Post & Voice 7.23.15 by Katie Pettigrew

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The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution at the July 27 meeting authorizing the advance of $2.95 million to pay for design services and land acquisition for school bond projects. The breakdown would be $2 million for Architect and Design services and $950,000 to acquire land and access easements. “This action will free up the funds so that multiple projects can move forward. Just as we did when we advanced the $135,000 to the schools this spring so they could perform due diligence on a proposed

Thursday, July 23, 2015

Pender County volleyball has ﬁnished for the summer, but the fall season is just a few weeks off. Read about it and more in sports beginning on page 9A

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new school site, the Commissioners want this process to move forward,” said Pender County Board of Commissioners Chairman David Williams. The advance would come from the county’s fund balance. County officials say they wanted to know what budget would be adopted before determining the amount and timing of an advance of money from fund balance and subsequent sale of the bonds. County officials consulted the Local Government Commission and received approval to advance the funds out of fund balance. The funds ad-

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Municipal Elections 2015

Challengers in town races By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher There will be at least one new face on the Burgaw town board this fall. Incumbent commissioner Charles Rooks did not file for reelection, which will open his seat to a new commissioner. A total of seven candidates will vie for the three open seats on the board, including commissioners Red Robbins and Elaine Tyson seeking reelection. Former Burgaw

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The Burgaw Dixie Youth Softball Sweeties receive medals for their second-place performance in their tournament. Burgaw hosted the state tournament for the older girls, which began Saturday. See photos of the opening ceremony on page 14A.

fire chief William E. “Bill” George has filed for election to the town board. Also filing for the election in Burgaw are Vernon Harrell, Deborah L. Walker McAlister, Sheree Evonne Shepard, and Johnnie Tyrone Stringfield. By Jefferson Weaver Surf City Contributing Writer Long-time mayor Zander Guy will serve again as Surf The heat wave doesn’t necCity mayor. Guy will run un- essarily mean an unusual opposed this fall. crime wave, according to the Pender county sheriff ’s Office. Continued on page 13A

More car breakins in Hampstead, official says

Rising temperatures bring increase in crime “Property crimes always go up in the summer,” said Captain Jamie Ezzell. “We have had some spells where there was a little more, but this year hasn’t been out of the ordinary.” While some of the victims

have been out of the ordinary, Ezzell said, there hasn’t been a major increase in thefts and break-ins this summer. “All across the county, we’ve been about like normal,” he said. “There are always thieves out there.”

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Burgaw Taco Bell on schedule; interest in Incubator Kitchen up

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher A wayward barge did considerable damage to the fenders under the Surf City swing bridge Sunday afternoon. A barge pulled by the tug Royal Engineer sustained damage on its right side in the collision, which damaged the wood structures under the bridge which guide boats into the channel. The bridge itself was undamaged and remains open to vehicular traffic, and boats along the Intracoastal Waterway. The N.C. Department of Transportation had crews at the site Monday morning, as well as divers to inspect the remaining fender system. The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating the incident. “Vehicles can safely come

Detectives are working with New Hanover and Brunswick authorities to determine if several suspects now in custody were involved in any Pender thefts, Ezzell said.

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A DOT crew arrives at the Surf City swing bridge Monday morning to begin repair on the fender system damaged by a barge Sunday afternoon.

A Taco Bell in Burgaw is moving closer to reality. Town planner Rebekah Roth says the town will have the public hearing on the plans for the restaurant in September. “They had originally planned for August, but they have gotten comments back from NCDOT about their entrance and they want to postpone their hearing until September,” Roth says. “They have turned in their application and in order to incorporate the DOT changes in their driveway, they are holding off until September. But they are moving ahead with their plans.” The Taco Bell will be located between McDonalds and the new Bojangles.

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Burgaw Incubator Kitchen Policy changes made by the town of Burgaw regarding the Incubator Kitchen have spurred interest in the facility. “We no longer require the kitchen management certification and we have had several calls from people. In the past week we have done two kitchen interviews and I have an orientation scheduled. Hopefully we should have a new tenant in there within the next month,” Roth said. Roth says the new tenant, which is a meal delivery business, is planning to use the kitchen several days each week to begin with, with a hope to move to five days a week. Since the kitchen’s full-

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Arrest report Roberto Bautista-Sanchez, 29, 58 Tulip Tree Lane, Burgaw. No operator’s license, driving while impaired. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $1,000 secured bond. Margaret Kathren Breland, 42, 111 Cornel Lane, Surf City. Driving while impaired, failure to carry valid driver’s license. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Frolyan Carbajal, 42, 228 Giles Avenue, Wilmington. Driving while impaired, driving while license revoked. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $2,000 secured bond. Israel Moncada Carbajal, 42, 1429 Moore Town Road, Rocky Point. Aiding and abetting impaired driving. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $1,000 secured bond. Stephen Carlson, 20, 1004 Clearview Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. Driving while impaired, consuming alcohol underage. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Bethanie Ann Dudley, 36, 1623 South Shore Dr., Surf City. Resisting, obstruction, and delay of officer. Arrest by Surf City Police Department. Released under $500 secured bond. Victoria English, 21, 119 Melvin Rd., Harrells. Violation of domestic protection order. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released, no bond. Jeremy Tyler Theodore Evans, 29, 214 Clearview Dr., Holly Ridge. Selling methamphetamine, delivering methamphetamine, manufacturing a schedule I controlled substance, delivering a schedule IV controlled substance, conspiring to sell methamphetamine. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $17,000 secured bond. Michael Bryan Gregory, 36, 1735 NC HWY 210 W, Hampstead. Misdemeanor larceny. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $4,000 secured bond. Phyllis Lynn Griffin, 34, 1809 N. New River Dr., Surf City. Exceeding posted speed, driving while impaired. Arrest by Surf City Police Department. Released under $500 secured bond. Cameron Adam Hansen, 31, 230 Watts Landing Rd., Hampstead. Communicating threats. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released, no bond. Derrick Lee Hansley, 40, 1138 Hansley Simpson Rd., Currie. Child support. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released. Brenda A. Harper, 54, 118 Gobbler Ct., Rocky Point. Driving while impaired. Arrest bv Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated, no bond. Robert Henderson, 27, 520 Mary Slocum Rd. NE, Watha. Driving while license revoked, rear lamp violation, reckless driving to endanger. Arrest by Burgaw Police Department. Released under $300 secured bond. Chad Stewart Hoppe, 48, 71 Honeysuckle Dr., Rocky Point. Assault on female, misdemeanor probation violation, speeding, open container after consuming alcohol, driving while license revoked, reckless driving to endanger, unsafe passing. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $7,500 bond. Ricky Bernard James, 30, 958 Walter Holmes Rd., Maple Hill. Felony probation violation. Arrest by Pender County

Pender EMS & Fire Report July 12-18 EMS Report Total number of Patient Contacts: 238 Calls per station Burgaw Station 1 59 Sloop Point Station 14 25 Hampstead Station 16 38 Surf City Station 23 23 Topsail Beach Station 4 11 Union Station 5 14 Rocky Point Station 7 38 Maple Hill Station 8 12 Atkinson Station 9 15 Scott Hill Station 18 4 Hwy 421 South Station 29 0 Type of Calls Cancelled: 33 Cancelled en-route: 4 No patient found: 4 No treatment required: 1 Refusals: 75 Stand by: 0 Transported: 113 Treated and released: 8 Fire Department Reports Total number of Fire Calls 11 EMS First Response 17 Motor Vehicle Crash (MVC) 6 Cancelled Response 1 Calls per station Rescue Station 1 Burgaw EMS 0 Motor Vehicle Crash 3 Cancelled 1 Fire Station 14 Sloop Point Fire 3 Motor Vehicle Crash 0 EMS Assist 4 Fire Station 16 Hampstead Fire 2 Motor Vehicle Crash 1 EMS Assist 1 Fire Station 18 Scotts Hill Fire 2 Motor Vehicle Crash 2 EMS Assist 5 Fire Station 21 Long Creek Fire 1 Motor Vehicle Crash 0 EMS Assist0 Ocean Rescue--Beach Assist EMS 5 Fire Station 29 Hwy 421 South Fire 3 Motor Vehicle Crash 0 EMS Assist 3

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Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated, no bond. Robert L. James, 48, 285 Wooten Rd., Maple Hill. Reckless driving to endanger, driving while impaired. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $1,000 secured bond. Michael Lee Jasper, 25, 411 Turkey Point Rd. Trailer 22, Sneads Ferry. Second degree trespassing, possession of alcoholic beverage. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $500 bond. Clifton Nicholas Jenkins, 27, 111 Quail Run Dr., Rocky Point. Possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $2,400 bond. Cole Daniel Lightfoot, 26, 7586 Old River Rd., Burgaw. Second degree trespassing, intoxicated and disruptive, resisting, obstruction, and delay of an officer, communicating threats. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,000 secured bond. Torrence Martin, 19, 411 Devane St., Wallace. Driving while impaired, failure to wear seat belt, open container after consuming alcohol, no operator’s license, driving after consuming under 21 years. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $2,000 secured bond. Horace Ray Medlin, 59, 883 Wildwood Circle, Hampstead. Injury to real property, second degree trespassing. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $1,000 bond. Rhonda Moore, 39, 495 Giddeons Pond Rd., Willard. Simple assault. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Samantha Rodrigues Nuzzo, 20, 119 Spring Chase Lane, Rocky Point. Obtaining property under false pretense. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,000 secured bond. Robby David Owens, 24, 369 Robinson Johnson Rd., Rocky Point. Possession of marijuana paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $3,000 secured bond. Beaman J. Parker, 17, 349 Knollwood Dr., Hampstead. Driving while impaired, consuming alcohol underage. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $1,000 secured bond. Paul James Pitner, Jr., 39, 2025 Kent St., Wilmington. Identity theft. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released, no bond. Steven Allen Powell, 64, 191 White Oak Lane, Burgaw. Intoxicated and disruptive, resisting, obstruction, delay of an officer. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $1,000 secured bond. Michael Charles Redifer, 31, 145 Marcil Lane, Hampstead. Reckless driving to endanger. Arrest by Surf City Police Department. Released under $500 secured bond. Francisco Aguilar Sandoval, 25, 115 Anabelle Lane, Hampstead. No operator’s license. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Katelyn Santos, 28, 266 Smallwood Rd., Hubert. Driving while impaired. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Lawrence Smith, 55, 495 Giddeons Pond Rd., Willard. Assault on female. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,500 secured bond. Information taken from reports from county municipal police departments, Highway Patrol, and the Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Arrest reports are public record. Not all arrests result in a determination of guilt.

Former county employee charged From staff reports A former Pender County employee has been charged with one count of embezzlement of funds in the amount of $1,475 from the Pender County Planning and Community Development Department. Jaki Pace has been arrested and placed under a $10,000 secured bond. Pace was hired as Deputy Register of Deeds Mar. 7, 2003. She was promoted to Senior Permit Technician in the Planning Department Nov. 3, 2008. She held this position until her resignation on April 30, 2015. When questions arose about how per mit fees had been handled as part of an internal county investigation, the information was turned over to the Pender County Sheriff ’s Department for evaluation. Pender County government officials will continue to cooperate while the investigation

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Continued from page 1A “Those were kind of unusual,” he said, “but really, we haven’t had a spike in crime, and what crime we have had is spread around.” For example, Ezzell said, car breakins have become a problem again in the Hampstead area, while residential thefts have been reported in Currie, Atkinson, and Rocky Point.

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Awareness is a major tool in preventing and solving crimes, Ezzell said. “If your neighbor’s at work, and you see a strange car with the trunk open and a TV inside, don’t hesitate – call 911,” he said. “We encourage people to report any suspicious activity. Try to get license plates of suspicious vehicles, descriptions of individual, anything. The more infor mation we have, the better chance we have of solving or preventing a crime.”

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Couple takes proactive approach to health By Lori Kirkpatrick Post & Voice Staff Writer Hampstead Wellness Clinic is a steadily growing business that offers an innovative approach to better health. The clinic opened about two years ago and offers a variety of options including immune boosting treatment, pain relief and oxygen / ozone therapy. The proactive approach is based on the German model of equipping the body with tools to keep it healthy and free of disease. Owner Russell Tatum decided to start the business after he and his wife visited Germany a few years ago. “We just saw the need,” said Tatum. “We went to Germany and we saw what they do there. They treat the body, not just the symptoms. It’s a German model. What we have here are tools for the body to repair itself and keep you disease free. Instead of just taking a pill and the problem still exists - with the European model (the eastern model) you treat the whole body and give the body what it needs to repair itself.” Some of the ways Hampstead Wellness Center works to help clients stay healthy is by focusing on immune system building via detox and by boosting key parts of the immune system. Infrared / fever therapy, ozone therapy, oxygen therapy, energy medicine, and high dose vitamin C therapy are available at the clinic. Pain elimination and management by means of energy medicine and far-infrared mineral therapy are other choices. “Your body has all the tools it needs to heal itself, but as we get older, things don‘t always function properly. These tools we have here can motivate the body to heal itself. When we were in Germany, we’d see a lot of people there that would go in and say, ‘time for my detox.’ It was normal. Instead of saying give me a shot for the flu, they would do their immune boosts,” said Tatum. The newest machine in the clinic is the ozone steam sauna. Ozone therapy is the use of medical grade ozone, a highly reactive form of pure oxygen, to create a curative response in the body. Ozone is known to kill viruses, bacteria and cancers on contact. The therapy is used commonly in Europe for a wide variety of health

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problems. It is most commonly used to treat herniated discs in the spine, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, an eye disease called macular degeneration, and Parkinson’s disease. Cold laser therapy is offered at Hampstead Wellness Center as well. This treatment utilizes wavelengths of light to interact with tissue and is thought to help accelerate the healing process. It can be used on patients who suffer from a variety of chronic conditions to help eliminate pain and swelling and to increase functionality. “Cold laser penetrates the body about two inches, brings nutrients to that spot and heals,” said Tatum. “The funnel can be used for herniated discs. It is attached right to where the disc is and it ozonates that spot. There is a chemical reaction that happens with the ozone. We have a couple of gym instructors that have herniated discs and people who have had shoulder surgery who benefit from this. It’s good for people who are considering

knee surgery, and it might avoid the surgery altogether. It is often used once or twice a week, and the ozone affects the stem cell to start repair.” Ionic Detox is another therapy offered. According to Hampstead Wellness Clinic’s website, it has been known to: remove toxins, free radicals and body waste products that can cause health problems, chelate toxic metals, raise pH levels; inactivate viruses, bacteria, yeast and fungus, purify the blood and lymph and stimulate and balance the immune system. It is also known to enhance nutrient absorption, reduce inflammation and fluid retention, increase oxygen in the body and improve sleep. Oxygen therapy is offered at the clinic. Tatum explained how the hyperbaric chamber is used to treat Fibromyalgia and /or chronic pain, Multiple Sclerosis and brain injury. It is used in the treatment of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s Disease and for people who have suffered strokes. It is also for people with Coronary Artery Disease, and helps wound healing, poor circulation and diabetic ulcers. Athletes often use this therapy as well. Energy therapy, or PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic fields) therapy is technology that offers new possibilities for the treatment of numerous illnesses and diseases. Tatum explained that the pulsed magnetic field generated by a PEMF device works like a battery charger by stimulating and mobilizing the ions in the cells of the body. Fever therapy is another option for those seeking to boost their immune system. “What the fever does is it raises the activity of your immune system. The old way was to take Tylenol to keep a fever down, but that’s not good. The fever boosts the immune system and keeps the cells in balance. That’s how you stay disease free, by detoxing and building your immune system,” said Tatum. Nutritional counseling and a variety of essential oils are offered at the clinic, as well many other options. The clinic is located at 363 Sloop Point Loop Road in Hampstead. To learn more about Hampstead Wellness Clinic, visit the website at hampsteadwellnessclinic.com, or call (910) 300-7642 or (910) 270-9029.

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Opinion Thursday, July 23, 2015, Page 4A

Welcome to my world

Can’t we all just get along? The latest round of trouble between the Pender County Commissioners and the Pender County Board of Education has brought into sharp focus the relationship between the two boards – which is as they say, not too good. The conflict between the two boards is not new. It has been going on for quite some time. For some reason, there It seems a shame the seems to be a bit of a power two boards can’t sit down struggle between two boards together and work out that are both elected at large by what is best for county the people of Pender County. students without all the Both boards have very specific distractions of mediation areas of concern which do not and lawyers and the threat overlap except in one critical of lawsuits. area – finances. The Board of Education depends on the County Commissioners to fund Pender County Schools on the local level. In many places in the United States, Boards of Education have the power to levy taxes – but not in North Carolina and Pender County. That power and responsibility is given to County Commissioners. We are not advocating School Boards be given taxing power. We are just pointing out a source of conflict between the two boards. Now we are embroiled in a fight of sorts between the commissioners and the Board of Education over money. The BOE says the commissioners have not adequately funded schools and have taken the BOC to task over the issue through mediation, with a possibility of going to court. Although the Board of Education answers indirectly to the people for spending, it is the Commissioners who are on the front line of taxing the people to pay for everything, including schools. It seems a shame the two boards can’t sit down together and work out what is best for county students without all the distractions of mediation and lawyers and the threat of lawsuits. Schools have real needs for current expense and capital needs funding. The Commissioners are battling the need for a tax increase for county business, plus funding a big school bond. It is a perfect storm – with Pender County taxpayers in the eye of the storm.

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Sea Love Sea Salt continues an ancient craft

Bill Messer Amanda Jacobs and her husband Dave make sea salt, and their salt making facility is located near Burgaw. Making salt was once a thriving industry, especially during the ‘late unpleasantness’ when Yankee warships blockaded the coast, and hundreds of saltworks sprang up to manufacture sea salt, necessary to preserve food in the days before refrigeration. She welcomed me into her place of business. “We are in my warehouse. There’s a greenhouse outside where we make the salt. We moved in only a month ago. We live in Wrightsville Beach.” “How did you get interested in doing this?” I asked Amanda. “I’m really a ‘foodie’,” she explained, “and we usually bring back salt from our travels.” “How did you get started?” “The first time I made salt, I boiled it. I did a big stock pot of saltwater and boiled it down. It became sort of crunchy rocks, not very good. I tried ‘baking’ it at a low temperature for a really long time. That was better, but it makes a lot of moisture in your oven,” she laughed, “and that’s not

really a good thing for your oven.” She read about the history of local salt making in which large pans of concentrated brine were boiled down, consuming much of the coastal forest for fuel. “Then I got a small greenhouse and tried solar evaporating in my yard.” I asked Amanda, “What did you do with your first batch?” “We used it. We only had a handful, and when we cooked, we used it. We made more, and then, eating at Pembroke’s Restaurant, the chef heard that we were making salt. We were sitting at the bar and he overheard us talking about it, and he said he’d love to try some. “I gave the chef some salt and he said, “Wow! You should think about turning this into a business.” “I had not ever thought of doing it as a business, I thought I was going to become a professor at UNCW. And then, local shops told me that if I could supply them a pound a week, they would buy it from me ‘forever’. I sell through Feast Down East, and they supply chefs with fresh produce. All of the farmers deliver to Feast Down East on Thursdays, here in Burgaw, at the train depot. It all gets boxed up here and goes to the best restaurants. My sales to chefs depends on who orders it that week, 18 chefs. They’re all on my website (sealoveseasalt.com). Amanda had been walking deeper into the warehouse

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The Post & Voice’s quote of the week “Property crimes always go up in the summer. We have had some spells where there was a little more, but this year hasn’t been out of the ordinary.”

Pender County Sheriff’s Captain Jamie Ezzell on the increase in crime during the summer months.

“Vehicles can safely come across the bridge and come spend money with our merchants.” Surf City Mayor Zander Guy on the damage to the swing bridge.

Why the possum crossed the road The possum rubbed his eyes as he crawled out of the trashcan. He wondered if there was something wrong with his day-old half of a cheeseburger. Coming toward him was something that looked like a cross between his Cousin George and a turtle. “Who the heck are you?” the possum demanded, wiping cheese from his whiskers. “You lost or something?” “Buenos dias,” the odd creature said. “You ain’t from around here, are you?” the possum said. The armadillo shook his head. “Sadly, no. I am new to the area. Would you have a grub?” “I’m sure there’s one around here somewhere,” the possum replied. “You don’t actually eat those things, do you?” “Ah, yes,” the armadillo said. “I would so love a tasty grub.” The possum flipped his tail. “You can have all you want. Wait a minute—there were some in that garden. The good stuff is all gone, but the grubs are still there. Follow me.” The possum led the way to the garden, stopping to examine a watermelon. “You lost?” “I come here from South Carolina. I have been, how do you say, wandering.” “You talk funny,” the possum said. The armadillo shrugged, not an easy gesture due to his shell. He carefully sniffed along the furrow. He truly wanted a grub. “I am still learning to speak the Possum. My people

Jefferson Weaver are from Mexico.” The possum smiled wistfully. “I could go for a burrito about now–wait a minute,” the possum said. “I read something in the newspaper about you. You’re an armardillio.” The armadillo cocked his head, puzzled. “Read? What is this?” “You know. Reading. How do you know what’s in the trashcans if you don’t read the grocery store receipts?” The armadillo drew himself up, offended. “I do not eat garbage.” “No,” the possum said, “but you do eat grubs. I mean, yuck. The whole squirting thing.” “That is what makes them good, yes?” “Grubs ain’t good for nothing. Now a grasshopper, that’s a tasty bug.” “I like the grasshopper, yes, but oh so fast.” “Have to sneak up on’em at night. Listen, I don’t mean to be rude, but I was eating some chicken scraps when

I saw a newspaper that said y’all were, ahh, an invasive species. No offense, you understand.” “Yes? So? The invasive— this is bad?” “It’s not a big deal to me, but we have problems with some invasive species, namely coyotes…..” “Coyotes!? Where?” The armadillo jumped vertically about two feet, ran in a circle and rolled into a ball. One eye peeked out of the armor. “Are they gone?” “Are who gone?” “The coyotes.” The possum sniffed deeply. He smelled housecats, the big dumb dog, watermelons, and cat food. “Ain’t no coyotes right now,” the possum said. “Why are you so scared of them? You owe a coyote some money or something?” “No,” the armadillo said. “What is money?” “You got a lot to learn,” the possum said. “Coyotes are tough, but all you have to do is stink some”—the possum raised his tail, showing the glands that smelled like weekold summer roadkill—“and they leave you alone. I was thrown around once when I played dead, but it got bored.” The armadillo unrolled. “I do not have the—what did you call it?” “Musk.” “That. It smells unpleasant, no offense intended.” “None taken. Now, a skunk—he stinks. We don’t cater to their kind around here. Still, I do wish I could shoot my stuff like they do.” The possum sniffed the armadillo’s shell, eyed it curiously. “If I may ask—that shell

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Thank you On behalf of The Currie Fourth of July Committee, we would like to thank all who came out to support, assisted with the organization, gave donations, and participated in Parade. We appreciate all for sparing your precious time for the Currie Fourth of July Parade July 4, 2015 at Goose Haven Farm, Currie. Your participation gave us a great opportunity to share and fellowship as a community. We hope that all of your

kind support will continue in the years to come. We wish to continue to develop community support and awareness not just within the Currie community, but also with all surrounding communities. No matter how small or large your contribution, it was greatly appreciated. Again, thank you to all who contributed to making the Currie Fourth of July parade a success. Currie July 4 Committee

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Procrastination has been an effective defense mechanism for my fear of experiencing a life filled with adventure. If I wait until the last minute, my hand is forced. I either have to take immediate action or shove my grandiose ideas in the back of my mind where they are gobbled up by a herd of glitter laced unicorns. My psyche is so easily swayed by promises of doing things when I have more money or time. Tomorrow becomes next month, which becomes next year. As I grow older, those missed opportunities taunt me relentlessly. I’m starting to fully realize that waiting for the perfect time to go on a big adventure might be impeded by having my wheelchair searched by security. I don’t want to chance getting my cane stuck in a rocky crag in the Camuy Caves or risk losing my dentures as I zipline across the El Yunque National Rainforest. I’ve decided to enjoy myself while I still possess a tiny glimmer of youth, although my bathing suit choices are now limited to brands containing the names miracle or magic. This epiphany broadsided me during “Read Across America” week when schools nationwide celebrate the many gifts of Dr. Seuss. I was sharing my favorite Dr. Seuss book, Oh, the Places You’ll Go, when I came across the following lines: You can get so confused that you’ll start in to race down long wiggled roads at a break-necking pace and grind on for miles across weirdish wild space, headed, I fear, toward a most useless place. The Waiting Place... ... for people just waiting. Waiting for a train to go or a bus to come, or a plane to go or the mail to come, or the rain to go or the phone to ring, or the snow to snow or waiting around for a Yes or a No or waiting for their hair to grow. In my 44 years, I had never traveled beyond Florida. The mere thought of boarding a plane invoked panic. So, after months of vacillation, I booked a non-refundable flight to Puerto Rico for my family of four. Most rational people would have solidified plans for a trip out of the country at least two months ahead-but not me. I waited six days before my anticipated date of departure to follow through with one of the three hundred twenty-seven plans that I had mentally formulated for my family’s spring break vacation. That’s my problem. I’m incapable of making a decision. The pro versus con analyses that burrow through my mind are absolutely paralyzing and have kept me in this contented, albeit boring, little bubble that not even the lure of a tropical vacation could penetrate. I went to bed that night feeling like a rebellious little pirate on the cusp of a long awaited adventure. A few hours later, however, I awoke

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Newsings & Musings

By Edith Batson Post & Voice Staff Writer This is Monday, July 20, and I am still in Pender Memorial Hospital. Being sick just is not a lot of fun. Getting better and stronger is much more fun. Finally I could breathe without oxygen on Thursday so that was a red letter day for me. I hope that means we are on the homeward stretch, and soon I will be able to go home. Home-what a beautiful word, when you have not been there since Blueberry Festival time in June. Again I am grateful for each day and delighted that I will soon be strong enough to get back to my daily routine. Visitors Last week I had world visitors and I was thrilled to be able to visit with relatives from South Africa, London, and Massachusetts. Louise

Batson Incertoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter, Frances and Chris Cronin of Massachusetts were here, their daughter, Karena, who lives in South Africa with her husband, Mandeep. The Croninâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son Christopher and wife Stephanie who live in London were also at the beach. Karenaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two little ones are possibly a year apart and busy as little beavers every minute they are not asleep. How wonderful it would be to be with members of your family walking on the beach together and remembering childhood memories together. Ah-but time moves on. It was great to have everyone visiting me from places around the world. It is mind boggling isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it? Have more fun at the beach. Enjoy each other. Childhood Memories One memory brings back another and ties it in with another. When I was small, I used to spend weeks in summer with my aunt and uncle at their Scottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hill home. Of course we had just the basics. But we learned to appreciate what we had. I felt special to be the only child there (sometimes). Aunt Winnie Mae and I would take a Sears Roebuck catalog to look at while waiting. Sometimes she would smoke a cigarette (not inhaling), but blowing the smoke in the area of mosquito and

fly territory. Then we always had a ceramic bowl and other necessary â&#x20AC;&#x153;appointmentsâ&#x20AC;? for using as a chamber pot. Do you have any special childhood memories you would like to share? Please do. Some other memories that flooded back were on Kaptain Kangaroo. There was always one little song that I could remember. There are two little magic words that can open any door with ease. One little word is â&#x20AC;&#x153;thanksâ&#x20AC;? and the other little word is â&#x20AC;&#x153;pleaseâ&#x20AC;?. How many of you can remember Kaptain Kangaroo? I think I still have a record of that song. Wonder if it would still play? In fact when my world visitors were visiting me in the hospital, I taught the song to the children-and parents. Maybe they will pass it on. Uh oh-my boss has already been looking for my column-and I did not have it ready. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;slave driverâ&#x20AC;? gave me until 2 pm. Edith challenged me to walk the whole length of the west hall and back. So I did with supervision. My thoughts are getting shorter-so I am just going to say that Dawn Connor was my last visitor and we had a good but short visit. My boss was after me shouting deadline! So-God bless each one of you every day of your lives. Shalom!

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Dear Savvy Senior, Is macular degeneration hereditary? My mother lost her vision from it before she died a few years ago, and now at age 65, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m worried I may get it. What can you tell me? Nearsighted Susan Dear Susan, Having a parent or sibling with macular degeneration does indeed increase your risk three to four times. But the good news is there are things you can do to protect your eyesight, and a number of treatments that are available if you do happen to get it. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what you should know. What is AMD? Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (or AMD) is the most common cause of vision loss in people over age 50, affecting about 10 million Americans. AMD is a progressive eye disease that damages the macula, the part of the eye that allows us to see objects clearly, causing vision loss in the center of your vision. This affects the ability to read, drive, watch television and do routine daily tasks, but it does not cause total blindness. There are two types of AMD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; wet and dry. Dry AMD, which affects about 90 percent of all people that have it, progresses slowly and painlessly over a period of years. While wet AMD is much more aggressive and can cause severe vision loss in a matter of weeks or months. Factors that can increase

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By Tammy Proctor Pender County Tourism Director Special to the Post & Voice On the south end of Topsail Island, in the Town of Topsail Beach, is a free museum that all ages will appreciate. It preserves the history of Topsail and the history of Operation Bumblebee. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a place where families can â&#x20AC;&#x153;dig historyâ&#x20AC;? at the archeological dig. The museum is Missiles and More, located in the Assembly Building at 720 Channel Blvd. on the Intracoastal Waterway. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are visited by families, veteran reunions, and vacationers,â&#x20AC;? said Rose Peters, the executive director of Missiles and More Museum. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For children, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re perfect for ages 3 to 12 year olds.â&#x20AC;? Before the Assembly Building was home to the Topsail Island Historical Society and the Missiles and More Museum, it was the home of Operation Bumblebee. In the Assembly Building, rockets and ramjet technology was literally assembled. The rockets were taken across the island to a launch pad, which is now the patio of the Jolly Roger Motel. The rockets were launched and their trajectory and speed were measured by crews stationed in eight concrete towers along the beach. The Assembly Building and the neighboring Control Tower are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Throughout the Assembly Building are features that were necessary for the construction of rockets, such as lightning rods and an industrial exhaust system. These features are explained

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by docents who love the history of Topsail Island. Missiles and More Museum features an exhibit about pirates, which played a role in Topsailâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history, and a canoe created by Native Americans. There are exhibits on the Ospreys which can be seen flying along the coast, women in flight, the missiles and archives from those who worked on Operation Bumblebee. There are rockets on display and a rocket that washed ashore in the 1990s. Outside in what looks like an oversized sandbox is the fossil dig. In cooperation with the Aurora Fossil Museum, Missiles and More Museum features a fossil dig where fossilized shark teeth are found. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The fossil dig outside is loved by children and adults,â&#x20AC;? Peters said. The museum store features historical books, including by books local historian David Stallman. The children will love the pirate gear in the gift shop. The majority of the Assembly Building is a rental hall. Available for weddings, receptions, large gatherings, the Assembly Building fea-

tures a kitchen area and bar area and patios. Admission is free to Missiles and More Museum. Donations are accepted. The museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary funding, through the Topsail Island Historical Society, is generated through annual fundraisers such as the Jingle Bell Ball and Autumn with Topsail. Missiles and More Museum is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, Mondays through Saturdays from 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m.; Labor Day through midOctober, Mondays through Fridays, 2 -5 p.m.; April through Memorial Day Mondays through Fridays, 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m. The museum welcomes tour bus groups by appointment. For more information about Missiles and More Museum call 910-328-8663 or visit online at topsailmissilesmuseum.org.

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thingy? It any good against cars?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cars?!? Where?â&#x20AC;? The armadillo bounced into the air again, spun in a circle and turned into an armored ball. The possum shook his head. After a moment, the armadillo peeked out once more. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Are the cars gone?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;You need to switch to decaffeinated. I think youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been licking too many latte cups. At least I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to teach you about cars. Ought to be banned, if you ask me.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;On that we would agree, yes.â&#x20AC;? The possum sniffed. He knew heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d seen a human drop

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your risk of getting AMD include age (60 and older); smoking; excessive exposure to sunlight especially if you have light-colored eyes; certain genetic components; a family history of AMD; high blood pressure; obesity; and being Caucasian. For anyone over the age of 60, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a smart idea to get your eyes examined by an ophthalmologist every year. They can spot early signs of AMD before vision loss occurs. Early signs, however, may include shadowy areas in your central vision or unusually fuzzy or distorted vision. The Amsler grid at amslergrid.org, is a good tool to check your eyes for AMD. Preventing AMD While thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s currently no cure for AMD there are some things you can do if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re high risk. One option is to talk to your doctor about taking a daily dose of antioxidant vitamins and minerals known as AREDS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; vitamins C and E, plus copper, lutein, zeaxanthin, and zinc. Studies by the National Eye Institute have shown that AREDS can reduce the risk by about 25 percent that dry AMD will progress. Most drug stores sell these eye supplements in tablet or soft gel form over-the-counter for around $20 to $30, but be aware that not all eye supplements contain the proper

formulation. Choose either the PreserVision Eye Vitamin AREDS Formula, PreserVision Eye Vitamin Lutein Formula, PreserVision AREDS2 Formula, or ICAPS AREDS. These four options contain the right formula mix. Other lifestyle adjustments that may help prevent or delay AMD include eating antioxidant-rich foods such as dark green, leafy vegetables, and cold-water fish for their omega-3 fatty acids; protecting your eyes from the sun by wearing UV protective sunglasses; controlling high blood pressure; exercising regularly; and if you smoke, quit. Wet AMD Treatments For wet AMD, there are several effective medications (Lucentis, Avastin and Eylea) available that can stop vision loss and may even restore it. These medications are given by injection into the eye, and repeated every month or two, perhaps indefinitely. Note that each of these three drugs works equally in treating wet AMD, but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a big cost difference. Avastin costs just $50 per month, compared with $2,000 for the other two. So experts recommend Avastin as the first choice for most people with wet AMD, especially if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have supplemental Medicare coverage. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Savvy Seniorâ&#x20AC;? book.

a candy bar out there in the afternoon, and here it was, most of a Snickers. The possumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hopes were dashedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it was covered in ants. Then he remembered the newspaper article. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hey, Armor-fellerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;you like ants?â&#x20AC;? For a moment, he feared the armadillo would again leap into the air. Instead, the armadillo waddled over and began happily licking. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You are very kind, Senor Possum,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gracias.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what that means,â&#x20AC;? the possum said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re welcome. You must be hungry. I mean, anyone who wants to eat a grub.â&#x20AC;? The armadillo straightened up, chocolate-covered ants covering his snout.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ahh, a grub. Where can I find one?â&#x20AC;? The possum shook his head. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Listen, you have some problems paying attention, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well,â&#x20AC;? the armadillo said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;my people are not the smartest animals on the planet.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I reckon not,â&#x20AC;? the possum agreed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Save me some of that candy bar, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll show you around. There are some flower beds across the road.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I do not like crossing roads,â&#x20AC;? the armadillo said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy,â&#x20AC;? the possum said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be happy to show you. A chicken taught me.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Weaver is a columnist with the Post & Voice. Contact him at jeffweaver@whiteville.com.

engine in hopes of finding accommodations. Perhaps finding a place to stay should have taken precedence over my flight plan, but impulsivity is the natural antecedent to procrastination. At this eleventh hour, housing options in Puerto Rico were limited to shanties, hilltop mansions, a tent on the beach or boarding with a family of gypsies. If I were alone, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d certainly be able to negotiate a corner in a hostel or boarding house. But, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to take in an off-kilter family of four? In the course of an evening, I had moved from inaction to overreaction, confirming yet again that my thought processes never lead me down the path of least resistance. I

suppose my comfort zone is buffered by a layer of panic and chaos and doing things any other way would be alien. After all, change is a threeheaded beast that I try to keep chained and muffled. I had finally thrown a bejeweled collar and leash on said beast and let him out to play. What an expensive outing we had as the costs of plane tickets, rental vehicles, tour packages and cute little tunics with sandals to match accumulated. My suffocating lifelong companions of uncertainty and fear began to unravel my happiness until the wisdom of Dr. Seuss shut them down: Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting. So...get on your way! And I did.

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I[W Jkhjb[ >eif_jWb D[mi By Karen Sota Sea Turtle Hospital Special to the Post & Voice When this Psycholo g y major hailing from Lexington says she has “always been obsessed with sea turtles” we have to believe she knows what she’s talking about. During the years she has heard stories from her friends who have visited our hospital which led her to spend the past three years researching sea turtles in books, ecology and conservation articles and scientific journals “just for fun.” Rachel was not sure exactly what to expect when she walked through our doors on the first day but when she saw her first turtle. “I was about to cry, I was just so excited. It confirmed that this is what I want to do – I just love them.” Working at our hospital is not the glamour job many people think it is. It’s a lot of physical labor, and it’s not just the husbandry part. There’s laundry, dishes, unpacking boxes for the gift shop and lots and lots of sweeping and mopping. “I’m happy to do anything I’m told because if it benefits the turtles it’s all good,” Rachel said. Everybody likes giving our patients treatments, whether it’s something as simple as a bath with some antibiotic ointment or a lengthy daily protocol. Rachel just finished giving loggerhead “Lee” the last of her oral antibiotics and is now focusing her attentions on little g reen “Spieth.” During tours these greens get a lot of “ooh and aahs” because they look so cute and innocent. But those flippers can move at lightning speed

and cut and bruise if they don’t want to come out for treatment. Apparently Rachel and Spieth have a special connection because this normally hard-to-handle critter readily submits to Rachel’s care, even rewarding her with “the cutest butt-wiggle.” Releases are a mixed bag of emotions for all of our volunteers and Rachel is no exception. “It showed me how quickly you can develop a connection with them. I missed them the next day, but I’m happy they got a second chance,” said Rachel. She’s enjoying educating our visitors on all aspects of our work and hopes to get some thought-provoking questions, so think of something good to ask her during tours. Although it can’t be easy to pack eight individuals from different backgrounds into our small intern house Rachel echoes the sentiments of the group. “Even though we’re together 24/7 we all get along; except when we’re all trying to do something in the kitchen at the same time,” she said. She regrets not bringing her guitar or ukulele along to play and sing during those stressful meal times. Back at school (UNC Chapel Hill) she plays in The Carolina Ukulele Ensemble, the first and only collegiate ukulele ensemble. We already know how receptive our patients are when David Key comes with his flute; it would have been interesting to see how they react to a ukulele. Rachel returns to UNC as a rising senior and would like to continue her education with a graduate degree in Marine Biology “so I can

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Turtle Hospital intern Rachel with a green sea turtle work with sea turtles forever, maybe in a research position.” Once sea turtles get under your scutes it’s impossible to totally shed them. Hospital tours We’ve added a lot of new displays and of course there’s always turtles moving into tanks vacated by those who have been released, and they all have a story. Hours are from noon – 4 p.m. daily, except Wednesdays and Sundays. Admission is $5 for adults 13 and up, and $4 for

seniors age 65 and active military with ID. Children 13 and under are admitted for admisson is $3. We are on the mainland side of Surf City. From Rts. 210/50 tur n onto Charlie Medlin Dr. Shipwreck Point Mini Golf is your landmark and follow the road to the only building back in the woods. The town has recently scraped the gravel road but it tends to wash out during heavy rains so always be attentive for pot holes as well

School supply distribution at Hampstead Baptist Hampstead Baptist Church will hold a free school supply distribution Saturday July 25 from 10 a.m. until noon.

The first 200 children will receive a drawstring bag for their supplies. The distribution is open to

all school children who need supplies. Hampstead Baptist Church is on Factory Road in Hamp-

stead, near the intersection of Factory Rd. and U.S. 17.

as soft sand and drop-offs on the shoulders. Our volunteers are onhand throughout the building to greet you and answer any questions. We continue our battle with our finicky lift station so we appreciate your continuing support in complying with the disposal of wet wipes and sanitary products per the signs in our restrooms. If our pumps shut down we will have to close the building to the public until the issue can be resolved. Nesting mamas meet roadblocks Nesting mamas do not have an easy task ahead of them. Imagine dragging your 300-pound plus carapace up through the sand intent of dropping off your eggs and getting tangled with a beach chair or canopy, or dropping into a hole. Please do not abandon your stuff on the beach – take in your chairs and canopies and fill in any holes. They present a hazard to a mama with only one thing on her mind. And never harass a nesting turtle: not only is it against the law it will cause her to abandon her work and possibly lose all of her precious eggs in the process. No flashlights, no flash photography, no chasing mom down the beach. Every egg is critical to the survival of the species. If you have any questions track down one of our Topsail Turtle Project volunteers during their morning beach patrol. They’re out before the tide comes in, looking for tracks, verifying actual nesting activity, rather than a false crawl, and staking and recording each nest. At times you may see them digging up and carefully relocating a nest that they feel is in a hazardous location – below the high tide line or in

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or bulletin board in a central location to ensure everyone stays in the know. Stomp out clutter Lockers and backpacks need to stay organized. Whether notebooks, binders and textbooks are arranged by sequence of the day, subject or color isn’t important so long as the system works for you. To create more storage space in your locker, add durable, stackable locker shelving. For on-the-go book hauling, look for a backpack such as the Five Star Expandable Backpack that features two expanding compar tments providing additional space, along with protected storage for laptops. Its patented zipper allows you to quickly get inside your backpack while it’s hanging in your locker. Ergonomic patent-pending straps distribute weight to comfortably support a heavy load. To cheer up your locker

with a boost of color and add a place for quick reminders and mementos, try the Five Star Magnetic Mirror + Push Pin Board. Its slam-resistant magnets will keep it affixed to the inside door of your locker. There isn’t much time between classes, so a mirror is a welcome locker feature when there isn’t time for the bathroom. Organizational tools such as these can keep your ducks in a row all year long. Also remember to set time aside weekly to clean out your locker and backpack, throwing out candy wrappers and crumpled notes. Personal organization Students need to be able to keep more belongings than ever with them throughout the day -- traditional school supplies, paperwork, flash drives, calculators and other electronics. A binder that can contain it all will give students a chance to make sure their

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Back to school tips for a successful school year When the school year begins, students need to quickly get back into the swing of things. Staying organized from day one can ease the transition. While every individual needs to tweak his or her routine to best suit personality quirks and study habits, here are a few tried-and-true organization tricks that will work for most anyone: Get scheduled While the word “bedtime” may have no meaning on summer vacation, during the school year, it’s vital. A regular sleep schedule can mean better quality sleep and higher alertness at school. Likewise, a morning routine can help students focus and prep for the day. Family members should share their schedules with each other to ensure everyone gets to practice, club meetings and other activities on time. Install a household calendar

a highly trafficked area. Last year’s numbers only count for last year. Every year is a surprise. We’ re bombarded with questions about the on-going dredging and beach re-nourishment on the north end, but the final vote on that sand lies with the experts, the loggerhead mamas. You can keep up with the latest stats by clicking on the “Nesting Program” tab on our website: www.seaturtlehospital.org. Because we’re not on the beach 24/7 we continue to rely on our locals and visitors to report any sightings or strandings of these critters. If you see a turtle nesting, in distress, injured or dead please call our director of beach operations Terry Meyer at 910-470-288 or hospital director Jean Beasley at 910-470-2800. You can call the state hotline for stranded, sick and injured turtles at: 252-241-7367. The state number picks up 24/7. Check the Facebook page for daily updates on any nesting Questions, comments, suggestions Please direct any questions, comments or suggestions re: this column to me at: flippers@att.net.

lives are in order, not just a class at a time. For a secure method of carrying supplies, look for the Trapper Keeper Zipper binder, with pockets and dividers to keep items organized, and the Five Star Zipper Binder + Expansion Pocket, which features storage for textbooks and a tablet, and has an adjustable strap that allows you to carry the binder messenger style or on your back. At home, it’s easy to get distracted from important tasks like studying and homework. Create a dedicated work space away from televisions and other distractions. Make sure the area is comfortable, well-lit and conducive to great work. More study tools and tips can be found at www.Mead. com. The right tools and habits can empower students for a successful and organized school year.(StatePoint)

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Ashley Danielle Rivenbark WILLARD -- Ashley Danielle Rivenbark, age 29, of Willard left this earthly life for her eternal rest on Monday, July 13, 2015 due to an auto accident. She was born Nov. 30, 1985 in New Hanover County and was the daughter of Joseph B. and Laura Susan Garriss Rivenbark. She was predeceased by her sister, Karla Joette Rivenbark in 2001. Ashley was a member of

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Continued from page 4A area, and we passed by several storage buckets. I read some of the labels. She explained that she made three salt scrubs in addition to the culinary salt. “What is ‘Beach Babe’?” “It’s a scrub,” she said, “coconut, raw sugar and salt.” “How do you use it?” I asked. “It’s a scrub, so you use it to scrub . . .” “Well, I’m a guy,” I said, “ a n d we d o n’ t n e c e s s a rily know about that kind of stuff.” “Oh, well,” she explained, “you rub it on, it’s a body scrub, and you can use it on your hands, or your body, at the sink or in the shower. A lot of fancy hotels have it near the shower.” The salt exfoliates, and the oil from the coconut softens the skin, “like a moisturizer,” added Amanda. “Cinnamon Coffee?” “The same, a scrub, and you use it the same way. And the caffeine is really amazing for your skin. It’ll clump up the fine lines. And Lavender is salt with lavender essential oils.” I saw a bucket labelled “Pure” and did a closer look. It appeared to be empty. “This must be really pure,”

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Watha Baptist Church. Surviving in addition to her loving parents are her adorable children, Brad and Jayla Rivenbark; her half brother, Joseph Lee Garriss; special friend, Erin Rivenbark and numerous family and friends who loved Ashley dearly. Funeral service was held at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 17, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Wallace Chapel with Pastor John Fedoroko officiating. Burial followed at Watha United Methodist Church Cemetery. Casketbearers were Joe Garriss, Chris Garris, Jeremy Rivenbark, E.H. Kennedy, Jamie Littleton and Kyle Rivenbark. The family received friends from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home in Wallace. In lieu of flowers Ashley’s family request memorial gifts be given to Watha United Methodist Church, Back-Pack

Fund, 160 Camp Kirkwood Rd, Watha, NC 28478. You may send condolences to the family at www.quinnmcgowen. com. the family was served by Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Wallace.

I said, “Because it has no ingredients at all!” Amanda laughed. “I’m all sold out.” Going down the row of culinary salts there was Chicken Rub and Rosemary, and Truffle, “a North Carolina truffle, from King, NC.” At the end of the table was a large blue colander, filled with coarse salt. “Yes, that just came out today.” We talked a bit about the taste. You might think all salt tastes the same, but Amanda said the salinity level can vary, and then I remembered sea salt is not pure NaCl, sodium chloride, but will have calcium and magnesium as well. Common table salt likely comes from rock salt, halite, in underground caverns. “OK, let’s go outside and I’ll show you what we’re doing. We just launched Kickstarter yesterday, we’re trying to raise $15,000 to build out.” “Are you going to try to monopolize the world sea salt market?” I laughed. “Yeah!” she acknowledged. “I bought this four acres, the building and the four acres.” She swept her arm across the open shed on the warehouse foundation, “And this is going to be the greenhouse. The concrete’s already here, and the framing.” We started out on the tour, but when we passed by my car, I reached in and pulled out a small bottle of sea salt

I made, my finest, and asked her professional opinion. “It’s really nice, and tastes good. It’s really flaky.” Continuing the tour, Amanda pointed out, “The end of the greenhouse is the end of the property, and it goes all the way back to the tree line. We’re going to have our garden plot on the other side.” We reached the other end of the building and came to a greenhouse, and the future garden plot. “It’s too late to put in anything now, but we’ll put in a fall crop.”

Dorothy Annie Hollinshed Cobb Dorothy Annie Hollinshed Cobb, 92, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed gently from her earthly life on Monday, July 13, 2015 at her home. She was born Nov. 19, 1922 in Delair, N.J., the daughter of the late LeRoy Dexter and Elsie Rose String Hollinshed. Also remembered is her husband, John Gray Cobb, Sr. who died in 1983. Dorothy is survived by her nine children, John G. Cobb, Jr. (Carolyn) of Atkinson; LeRoy Cobb (Mona) of Atkinson, Thomas Cobb (Linda) of Sutton, Alaska, Annie Mears

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(Bruce) of Atkinson, Marjorie Helsel (Don) of Myrtle Beach, Alma Cobb Bell of Melbourne, Fla., Paul Cobb (Sharon) of Clayton, Ohio, Liles Cobb (Lou) of Lake Forest, Ca., and Judy Wells, (Ben) of Columbia, S.C.; grandchildren, John III, Kristin (Chad), Nancy, Adam, Samy, Tommy, Karen (Joe), David (Laurie), Lori (Charag), Elizabeth (Aaron), Charlene (Michael), Rebecca (Joshua), Allen (Jersey), Amy (Chad), Julie, Beau (Tracy), Nicole, Jessica (Daniel), Jared, Timothy, Chris, Melissa, Julie (Omar), Emily, Hilary, and Carrie; and 27 great grandchildren. The family received friends 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 16, 2015 at the Cobb residence, Tuckahoe Road, Atkinson NC. Graveside service was at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, July 17, 2015 at Wilmington National Cemetery, 2011 Market Street, Wilmington with the Rev. Phillip Rivenbark officiating. the amount of sunshine. “This is where all the magic happens,” she said, and I noticed a bin with lots of large clumps of salt crystals. “Wow, really big crystals.” “Yeah, that’s just the way it works out, here. They’re not quite dry yet. I sold out yesterday at the market, so I will dry it out in the dehydrator. It is almost dry, but needs about 20 minutes in the dehydrator. I dehydrate my garlic, rosemary and citrus, for my salts. There’s garlic in there

Amanda rolled up the entrance to the plastic covered greenhouse and we went in. There seemed to be a dozen tables along the length, with black plastic trays covered with window screens, with various stages of saltwater evaporating away. “I’m staying really busy right now, with so much stuff to do. I have a booth at Poplar Grove (farmer’s market) and I do Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. We’re in the process of switching out pans, from these pans (glass baking dish) to those pans (black plastic basins). We’re doing a lot of experimenting right now.” “How long does it take, from the time you pour in the saltwater, for it to evaporate to salt?” “About a week, or two,” she said, and that it depends on

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Memorial gifts may be given to Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28407 or to the charity of one’s choice. Her children arise and call her blessed. Proverbs 31:28 Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnmcgowen.com. The family was served by Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw. Bessie Basden Gray ROSE HILL -- Bessie Basden Gray age 66 of Rose Hill died peacefully Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Center in Wilmington. Bessie was born in Duplin county to the late Robert and Lillie Basden. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday July 16 at St. Tabernacle United Holiness Church in Willard. Burial followed in the Farrior’s Cemetery. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Lorraine right now.” Amanda slides a tray from the dehydrator and feels some. “This is almost done. We grow our own garlic, and it’s my most popular salt. I needed some more for Poplar Grove tomorrow. I’ve been so busy, with Kickstarter, and spreading Kickstarter love.” “Kickstarter love?” “Yeah, we’re trying to raise $15,000 and people come to the Kickstarter website and see what we are trying to do and help with donations at vari-

and Elnora, a brother, James Earl Basden and a grandson, Ronald DeAndre Henry. Bessie leaves to cherish her loving memories, her husband of 45 years, Herman Douglas of the home; a son Angelo of Maryland; a daughter Cynthia of the home; eight grandchildren, Sterling, Jammar (Tyma), Ramon, Tyronjala, Chantal (Danquel) all of Rose Hill; 16 great grandchildren. Five brothers, Robert (Vanessa) Burgess of Maryland, Ronnie (Elizabeth) Chasten of Wilmington, Billie, Willie and Kenneth of North Carolina and a very special son, Richard (Valerie) Bannerman of Rose Hill. Three sisters, Nellie Ree (Tom) Scarborough, Nellie Sue Chasten and Shealdene Devone. Visitation will be a Nixon Lewis Funeral Home, Burgaw Wednesday July 15 from 5 til 7 p.m. Condolences may be made to nixonlewisfuneralhome.com ous levels. (search kickstarter. com for sealove sea salt). “How much salt water does it take to make an amount of salt? And, how much salt do you make in a typical week?” “One load is about 10 fivegallon buckets. Each fivegallon bucket produces approximately three ounces of salt,” she wrote. Amanda Jacobs continues a tradition as old as civilization, and as moder n as tomorrow.

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Bill Howard Outdoors

By Bill Howard Post & Voice Columnist Middle of July. The summer is pounding away with searing heat. The gnats, mosquitoes, and biting bugs are having a feast on you every time you go outside. But, the work must be done. This is the prime time to get those cameras out in the fields and woods to see what may be hanging around. Deer season is less than two months away. Yes, only two months. It is imperative to start scouting if you have not already begun. The deer are usually out in daylight, searching the fields for grazing spots on fresh soft vegetation. In the evening, they are even more plentiful. The bucks are not worried about what may be lurking

After you check the imand are gathered in their hard angles where you cannot batchelor groups as they comb tell exactly how big the deer is. ages, you will have an idea the areas for nutrients to help Corn remains the best way to of what has made it through in the development of their stop a deer. Even if the deer another hunting season and does not stop and graze on the you can start making a hit growing headgear. After all, hunters are not corn, it will be enough to slow list. This will be when you the only ones excited about him down and have him hang fine tune where the camera seeing large antlers spreading there for more than a few fleet- is set up so you can catch the from the skull of a deer. Bucks ing seconds, giving the camera unexpecting giant on opening day. We will cover this set up with the largest are the most time to do its job. Things to be careful of are in a later column as the season dominant, and they want to establish themselves as the where the camera is set up in approaches. –Bill Howard is a lifelong alpha in order to pick their accordance with sunrise and choice of females later during sunset. A direct line towards North Carolina resident and the sunrise or sunset will ruin hunter. He is a lifetime memthe year. As they are in feeding mode, a shot, especially if using an ber of the North Carolina the deer tend to stay in the infrared camera. Even the Bowhunters Association, an area and make it home until flash camera can be fooled and associate member of Pope the batchelor groups break up. you end up with a dark shot or and Young, and an official Once that happens, the bucks a completely white screen. For measurer of both. He is a certiwill disperse and establish this reason, a north or south fied hunter education (IHEA) facing camera is best. But instructor and bowhunter their own territories. The secret is finding where again, if there are no tracks education (IBEP) instructor. the deer are. Look for tracks near there, the camera will be Please share your stories with along the edges of fields and useless. The only way to get Bill at BillHowardOutdoors@ wood lines. This is where you a picture of a deer, is to have gmail.com. set up the cameras. The deer deer there. are coming out there and PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS heading straight for the food PENDER COUNTY OF–COMMISSIONERS MONDAY, JULYBOARD 27, 2015 4:00 p.m. JULY 27, 2015 – 4:00 p.m. sources. Because this is not PENDER COUNTY PUBLICMONDAY, ASSEMBLY ROOM, 805 S. WALKER ST., BURGAW, NC PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC ASSEMBLY ROOM, 805 S. WALKER ST., BURGAW, NC I. CALL TO ORDER necessarily where you will I. CALL TO ORDER II. INVOCATION II. INVOCATION hunt come opening day, you do III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. ADOPTION OF AGENDA IV. ADOPTION OF AGENDA not have to worry about findPUBLIC INFORMATION PUBLIC INFORMATION ing the times they are coming 1. Recognition of Blinson, Interim Finance Director HerService Service to 1. Recognition of Sylvia Sylvia Blinson, Interim Finance Director forforHer to Pender PenderCounty. County. RECESSRECESS through. Reception and Celebration for Sylvia Blinson. Reception and Celebration for Sylvia Blinson. PUBLIC INFORMATION CONTINUED It does help to lay some type PUBLIC INFORMATION CONTINUED 2. Presentation on the Tri-County Homeless Continuum of Care – System Overview and 2. Presentation on the Tri-County Homeless Continuum of Care – System Overview and Opportunities for Collaboration and Support. of attractant in front of the Opportunities for Collaboration and Support. 3. Discussion of the Upcoming Fireball Run to be held September 29-30, 2015 in both camera though. You do not Pender andUpcoming Onslow Counties. 3. Discussion of the Fireball Run to be held September 29-30, 2015 in both PUBLIC COMMENT Pender and Onslow Counties. want to catch the tail end of CONSENT AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT 4. Approval of Minutes: Special Meeting: June 29, Special Joint Meeting: June 29, and the deer walking to the field or CONSENT AGENDA 4.

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Continued from page 1A time tenant, Custom Fit Meals left, the facility has remained largely unused. “People will come in and last for a month or two, then decide they don’t want to continue, so we haven’t had anybody who has been a regular tenant for a while,” Roth said. Dropping the requirement for the kitchen management certification has made the kitchen more attractive for potential

Town of Surf City Government News July 23, 2015

Surf City Town Council Planning Board

MEETING TIMES 1st Tuesday of the month 2nd Thursday of the month

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PUBLIC NOTICE The public will take notice that the Town Council of the Town of Surf City will on the 4th day of August, 2015, in the Town Hall Council Chambers, pursuant to G.S. 160A-199, will c onsider a resolution to close a particular portion of Greensboro Ave., located behind 124 North Shore Drive. All abutting property owners are hereby notified to appear at this meeting to present any objections that they may have with respect to the closing of the street. Stephanie Edwards Hobbs Town Clerk ___________________________________________________ 214 N. NEW RIVER DRIVE PO BOX 2475, SURF CITY, NC 28445 Phone 910-328-4131 Fax 910-328-4132/1746

Regular Meeting: July 7.

Approval of Minutes: SpecialApproval Meeting: Special of Joint Meeting: JuneTax 29,Collector. and 5. Resolution Authorizing of June Annual29, Settlement the Pender County Regular Meeting: July 7. 6. Resolution Authorizing, Empowering and Commanding the Tax Collector of Pender County to Resolution Authorizing Collect Taxes. Approval of Annual Settlement of the Pender County Tax Collector. 7. Approval of a Budget Ordinance and Amendment for Adoption Funds: $12,000. Resolution Authorizing, Empowering Commanding the Tax Collector of Pender County to 8. Approval Collect Taxes. of a Budget Amendment to Increase in Health Department Revenues and Expenditures Year 2015-2016: ApprovalforofFiscal a Budget Ordinance Preparedness Amendment $20,000. for Adoption Funds: $12,000. 9. Approval of a Budget Amendment to Increase in HealthDepartment Department Revenues Revenues and Expenditures Approval of a Budget Amendment to Increase in Health and Expenditures for Fiscal Year 2015-2016: Adult Health $21,250. for Fiscal Year 2015-2016: Preparedness $20,000. 10. Approval of a FY 15-16 Budget Ordinance to increase Health Department Expenditures Approvalfor of Fiscal a Budget to Increase in Health Department Revenues Expenditures YearAmendment 2015-2016, moving designated funds received in Donationsand from General for FiscalFund Yearto2015-2016: Adult Health $21,250. the Animal Shelter: $5,078.15.

5. clients. The certification re6. quired a multiple-hour course 7. to be taken before the kitchen 8. could be used. 9. “When we first started we wanted to protect the town as 10. Approval of a FYof15-16 Budget Ordinance to to increase Expenditures 11. Approval a FY 15-16 Budget Ordinance increaseHealth Health Department Department Expenditures moving designated funds received in inDonations General forYear Fiscal2015-2016, Year 2015-2016, Moving Designated Funds Received Donations from from General much as possible from liabil- for Fiscal to the Animal Shelter: $9,593. Fund toFund the Animal Shelter: $5,078.15. ity issues, and we put more ROCKY POINT/TOPSAIL SEWER DISTRICT CONSENT AGENDA 11. Approval of a FY 15-16WATER Budget&Ordinance to increase Health Department Expenditures Approval by the Board of Directors of the Rocky Point/Topsail Water & Sewer District of an Annual of the burden on the tenant. for12a. Fiscal Year 2015-2016, Moving Designated Funds Received in Donations from General Estimated Purchase Order to Amerochem Corporation for Water Treatment Plant Chemicals the Animal Shelter: $9,593. $132,000. We changed that policy a few Fund to(Ferric): ROCKY POINT/TOPSAIL WATER DISTRICT 12b. Approval by the Board & of SEWER Directors of the Rocky CONSENT Point/TopsailAGENDA Water & Sewer District of an Annual months ago so the certification Purchase Order to Brenntag Mid-South Corporation for Water Treatment Plant 12a. ApprovalEstimated by the Board of Directors of the Rocky Point/Topsail Water & Sewer District of an Annual Chemicals (Caustic): $88,000. Purchase Order to Amerochem Corporation for Water Treatment Plant Chemicals is no longer required. It’s now Estimated 12c. Approval by the Board of Directors of the Rocky Point/Topsail Water & Sewer District of an Annual (Ferric): $132,000. Purchase Order to HD Waterworks for Water and Sewer Repair a lot easier for people to use the 12b. ApprovalEstimated by the Board of Directors of the Rocky Point/Topsail WaterInstallation & Sewer and District of an Annual Supplies: $80,000. Estimated Purchase Order to Brenntag Mid-South Corporation for Water Treatment Plant 12d. Approval by the Board of Directors of the Rocky Point/Topsail Water & Sewer District of an Annual kitchen,” said Roth. “We don’t Chemicals (Caustic): $88,000. Estimated Purchase Order to Environmental Chemists (Envirochem) for Testing and Sampling of want to put up barriers for 12c. Approvalthe byDistrict’s the Board of Directors of the Rocky Point/Topsail Water & Sewer District of an Annual Water & Sewer Systems: $50,000. Estimated Purchase Order Waterworks for Water and Sewer and Repair 12e. Approval by the BoardtoofHD Directors of the Rocky Point/Topsail WaterInstallation & Sewer District of a people to get in there and see if Order to Utility Service Company, Inc. for the Annual Maintenance of the Three (3) Supplies:Purchase $80,000. Elevated Water Tanks and One (1) Ground Storage Tank within the District: $53,150. it is really right for them.” 12d. Approval by the Board of Directors of the Rocky Point/Topsail Water & Sewer District of an Annual 12e. 12f.

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12f. Approval by the BoardtoofEnvironmental Directors of the Rocky Point/Topsail Water & District a Estimated Purchase Order Chemists (Envirochem) forSewer Testing andofSampling of Purchase Order to GE Analytical Instruments for the Annual Preventative Maintenance, the District’s Water & Sewer Systems: $50,000. Calibration/Certification, and Extend Warranty for the TOC Analyzer equipment at the Water ApprovalTreatment by the Board of Directors of the Rocky Point/Topsail Water & Sewer District of a Plant Lab in the amount of $9,353.40. Purchase Order to Utility Service Company, Inc. for the Annual Maintenance of the Three (3) MAPLE HILL WATER & SEWER DISTRICT CONSENT AGENDA Elevated Water by Tanks and One (1) Ground Storage District: 13a. Approval the Board of Directors of the Maple Hill Tank Water within & Sewerthe District of an $53,150. Annual Estimated ApprovalPurchase by the Board Directors ofChemists the Rocky Point/Topsail Sewer District of aof Order toofEnvironmental (Envirochem) for FYWater 15/16 & Testing and Sampling Purchase to Water GE Analytical Instruments for the Annual Preventative Maintenance, theOrder District’s & Sewer Systems: $5,000. 13b. Approval by the Board DirectorsWarranty of the Maple Sewer District of a Purchase to Calibration/Certification, andofExtend forHill theWater TOC&Analyzer equipment at theOrder Water Utility Service Inc. for of the$9,353.40. Annual Maintenance of the Maple Hill Elevated Water Storage Treatment Plant LabCompany, in the amount Tank: $11,500. ***END OF CONSENT AGENDA*** APPROVALS AND RESOLUTIONS 14a. Approval of Annual Execution of Leases for the Solid Waste Convenience Sites that are Not Owned by the County. 14b. Approval of a Purchase Order to Waste Industries for Solid Waste Disposal and Hauling Services for FY 15/16: $4,185,000. 14c. Approval of a One-Year Purchase Order to Central Carolina Tire for Scrap Tire Hauling and Disposal for FY 15/16: $80,000. 15. Approval of a Purchase Order to Benjamin Heck Electrician for Purchase of 150 kW Backup Generator for Wastewater Treatment Plant Pump Station. 16. Approval of Offer of Surplus Land to Pender County by the Pender County Board of Education for the Proposed Shiloh Fire Department Substation. 17. Approval of a Contract to Allow Communication Specialists Company of Wilmington, LLC, to Install Communication Equipment on the Maple Hill Water Tower to Provide for Broadband Services. 18. Resolution in Support of “Stepping Up Initiative to Reduce the Number of People with Mental Illnesses in Jails.” 19. Resolution to Support Governor Pat McCrory’s Connect NC Bond Proposals. 20. Resolution Authorizing Advance of Two Million Nine Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($2,950,000.00) from Fund Balance for School Bond Construction Projects. MOORES CREEK WATER & SEWER DISTRICT 21. Resolution by the Board of Directors of the Moore’s Creek Water and Sewer District Approving the Final Plans and Specifications for the Moore’s Creek Water and Sewer District Phase 1 Water Distribution System. CENTRAL PENDER WATER & SEWER DISTRICT 22. Resolution by the Board of Directors of the Central Pender Water and Sewer District Approving the Final Plans and Specifications for the Central Pender Water and Sewer District Phase 1 Water Distribution System. APPOINTMENTS 23. Approval of Pender County’s Voting Delegate to the 2015 NCACC Annual Conference. DISCUSSION 24. Discussion on Reinstating a Lease Program for Flood Buyout Properties. 25. Discussion on Potential Revisions to the Pender County Code, Article V, Discharge of Firearms in Close Proximity to Places of Human Habitation. ITEMS FROM THE COUNTY ATTORNEY, COUNTY MANAGER, & COUNTY COMMISSIONERS. CLOSED SESSION (if applicable). ADJOURNMENT

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PENDER COUNTY GOVERNMENT NEWS WANTED! A FEW GOOD MEN & WOMEN! VOLUNTEER! The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider appointments to the following boards/commissions/committees: # of Vacancies 4

Name of Board Advisory Board of Health Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Council on Community Affairs Housing Initiative Board Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Author. Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Nursing/Adult Care Homes Adv. Board Parks & Rec Board Tourism Development Authority District 1 = Upper Topsail; Surf City District 2 = Scotts Hill; Lower Topsail District 3 = Rocky Point; Long Creek

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*** These positions can be temporarily filled by someone associated with this field who may not be currently licensed. Applications can be completed on-line at www.pendercountync.gov (click on “How Do I” on the home page); or write or call Ms. Melissa Pedersen, Deputy Clerk to the Board, PO Box 5, Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-1200, and complete an application.

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Request for Proposals Notice is hereby given that proposals will be received by Pender County, North Carolina, until 5:00 PM EST on Thursday, July 30, 2015, for the following Professional Services to be provided to said jurisdiction for FY 2014-15 Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Program Planning and Management Services Project Summary: Pender County has received notification from the North Carolina Division of Emergency Management (NCDEM) of the award of $2.09 million in Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) funds to elevate six (6) residential structures and acquire five (5) residential structures in Pender County. The County expects to receive additional FMA funding for FY2015. The County is soliciting for professional planning and project management services to undertake turnkey planning and management services required to manage proposed FY14 Flood Mitigation Assistance Program (FMA) elevation and acquisition activities, and to submit an application for, and manage, proposed FY2015 FMA funding. These activities are to be conducted with FEMA FMA funds pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief Act and the State of North Carolina’s 404 Administrative Plan, as administered by the NC Division of Emergency Management. Upon selection of a qualified consultant, Pender County will enter into a contractual agreement with that consultant, based upon the planning and management needs to be determined by the County and the prospective funding agencies. Following contract negotiations with the planning and management consultant, the County plans to undertake a similar effort to procure professional engineering services required for the elevation component of the referenced FMA project. This is not a request for professional engineering services. For a complete RFP package, please contact the Pender County Planning and Community Development Office at 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 or call Mr. Kyle M. Breuer, AICP, Pender County Planning Director at (910) 259-1202

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Trask, Topsail learn more about teams at Coastal basketball tourney By Lee Wagner Contributing Sports Writer The boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; basketball teams from Topsail and Trask High Schools participated this past week in the second tournament for both teams as the coaches attempted to learn more about what needs to improve before the winter season rolls around, and to get a better handle on setting their rosters and rotations for the upcoming season. The termâ&#x20AC;? tournamentâ&#x20AC;? is a loosely used word as no champion was crowned in a roundrobin series of games where the score is erased after every 10-minute quarter. Much like the format at the earlier Trask tournament, there is no stoppage of the clock and points are automatically added for fouls except for the last two minutes of each half. The purpose of the games is development and getting some competitive basketball under the belts of veterans and newcomers alike as they

get used to playing with each other. Despite varying results on both teams both Rodney Orr of Trask and first-year Coach Jamie Rochelle of Topsail felt the goals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for the most part â&#x20AC;&#x201C; were accomplished. As a way of evaluating we (Pender Post & Voice) kept score of the games and Trask definitely got the better of things, including a head-tohead match that saw the Titans top the Pirates 67-37. Trask finished the four-day tournament with five â&#x20AC;&#x153;winsâ&#x20AC;? in the six games, coming out on the negative side only in a game against what appears to be a very solid Ashley team, falling by a 65-51 count. Trask beat South Brunswick (53-50), North Brunswick (no score available), Coastal Christian (54-53), Cape Fear Academy (57-43), and Topsail. In fairness, the Titans were missing senior standout Tynaffit Davis on the opening day of the tournament, and were missing other players â&#x20AC;&#x201C; like most of the teams â&#x20AC;&#x201C; on

several occasions due to summer jobs and family commitments. Also like most teams the Titans used a variety of lineups â&#x20AC;&#x201C; mixing and matching varsity and junior varsity players â&#x20AC;&#x201C; resulting in some uneven results on the scoreboard. The Titans showed great quickness on both ends of the court with several steals leading to fastbreak opportunities and quick scores. Trask is athletic and has several strong players led by the best â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if not one of the best â&#x20AC;&#x201C; players in the Cape Fear region â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in rising senior Tynaffit Davis. Orr may also have discovered a solid inside force in rising senior Blake Joyce, who did not play basketball last year after playing on the junior varsity as a sophomore. Also standing out were Tyrese Ar mstrong and Jonathon Jordan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think, starting with the second half of the Coastal Christian game (Monday night) and today against Top-

sail and this game (vs. Cape Fear Academy), was our best job of ball movement and just running our offense,â&#x20AC;? said Orr after the tournament ended. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought we quit doing too much one-on-one, fancy stuff, and we started moving the ball. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This four days helps us with our rotation for sure and we found a good, tall player who can play. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re starting to figure it out.â&#x20AC;? Trask continued summer play Thursday, Friday, and Saturday in Jacksonville in the always-tough and competitive East Coast Invitational Tournament, and Orr expects three days of fierce competition. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just looking for some more solid play, continuing to do the little things,â&#x20AC;? said Orr in what he is looking for in Jacksonville. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to take it on the chin up there, and we know weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to run into some

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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

There are less than two weeks before the official opening of fall sports practice in the area. Our three high schools have several new coaches on board and I am sure that they are biting at the proverbial bit to get started. Every new coach thinks that they are going to be successful. If they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think that way they would be wasting their time. No matter what the previous coach did or how bad that the program has been they think that with a little tweaking it can be fixed. When a new coach comes in they usually find a few things that they think that they need to fix. Rather it be setting up a new off-season program or changing everything about the program. They feel the need to put their mark on the team. Often the new coach enters a program that is in the midst of a losing streak. Most coaches are not going to walk away from a successful program unless they are moving to a better situation.

When coming into a losing situation the first thing that a coach looks at is why are they losing? The coach obviously doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think that it is a lack of talent or the chances are that he would not have taken the job. The coach then looks at what the previous coach did. Was he or she a disciplinarian? Did they build a fundamentally sound program? After making those distinctions they go about what most of them do, making the team their own. They may make major changes or just a few subtle changes that reflect their character. It could be anything from changing the off-season program to changing the color of the uniforms or helmets. I have found that changing just for the sake of change does not always work. Sometimes a teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inability to win is simply a lack of talent. All of the changing in the world will not fix that problem. You can work harder and get in better shape. Sometimes you just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the athletes. The fall season officially begins Aug. 1. There will be football players sweating in the heat and volleyball players gracing the gym. The menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soccer hopefuls will be kicking it up as well. The coaches will grab their whistles and begin what they hope will be a winning journey. Me? I will grab my pen and paper and strap my camera on and begin a journey of my own. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait.

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Campers at the recent Topsail Basketball Association summer camp received most improved awards. With the campers are Topsail High School basketball players who served as counselors at the camp.

Post & Voice Top Performers April 2015 By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer s7EEK 4HE 4RASK BASEball team fell at North Brunswick by the score of 5-1. Despite the loss the Titans played perhaps their best game of the year. Jordan Flora pitched a good game while Mike Stroman, Dylan Kraft and Patrick Bowden were among the Titans with hits. The Topsail baseball team won four games in week one including a conference win over West Brunswick. The Pirates used the long ball against the Trojans, getting first-inning dingers from, seniors Danny Wilson (leadoff in first) and Trader Flora, and a game-ending three-run blast from senior Clark Cota. Wilson earned the conference win in his first start of the year. Topsail started the weekend with a 3-1 win over Orange behind strong pitching from Clark Cota and Sam Luchansky. Cota went six innings, giving up four hits and an earned run while striking out eight. Luchansky struck out two in his inning of work. The Lady Pirates had a big week as well. Victoria Elder and Keri White had dingers on the week while Hayley Grizzle had a good week with the bat. Elder earned a big win in the circle against conference foe West Brunswick. She also had a great week at the plate.

She was 9-12 batting with a dinger. She had 11 strikeouts in nine innings of work against West Brunswick. s7EEK 4HE 4OPSAIL BASEball team kept on winning. The foursome of Jake Madole, Sam Hall, Josh Madole, Chase Thompson, and Chase Riker combined for seven of the Pirates 10-hits and six of their RBIs while scoring eight of the 11 runs in the Pirates win over Gardner Magnet. Danny Wilson was the beneficiary of a Pirate offensive onslaught, pitching five innings, giving up one hit and the run, and fanning four against Great Bridge Virginia.. Austin Baird went one inning with a hit and a strikeout, while Sam Luchansky went one inning with a strikeout. The Pirates pounded out 12 hits. Chase Riker, Clark Cota, Jake Madole, Hall, and Thompson all stroked doubles to pace the Pirates. The Trask baseball team dropped two games in week two but earned their first win of the season. Tanner Benton had the game winning ribbey against West Wilkes while Jordan Flora went the distance. The Trask ladies beat Pender behind a no-hitter from the combination of A.J. Johnson and Brittany Foy. The team then won two of three in the Hoggard tournament. Foy earned the win over SW Guilford and had two hits

, two runs scored and two ribbeys. She also earned the win over Laney. Desire Brown had four runs batted in while Carlie Savage had two hits and two runs batted in for the Titans. The Pender boys beat Trask for their third conference win of the year. Cameron Guertin went the distance for the Patriots. Craven Blansett was 2-4 with a double and four runs batted in while Justin Fedoronko had three hits. Riley Murray was 2-4 with two RBI. Blansett also was 2-4 against West Wilkes. s7EEK 4HE 4RASK TRACK and field team hosted a meet that included three conference mates. Tyquan Davis won the long jump and the high jump to pace the boys while Zykia Green won the shot put and finished second to teammate Mackenzie Collins in the discus. The Trask softball team won three games on the week. Brittany Foy and Nicole Schilling each had five runs batted in as the Titans slammed the Clinton Dark Horses. A.J. Johnson earned two wins last week in the circle. The Topsail Pirate softball team also had an undefeated week. Keri White hit a dinger while White, Danielle Parks and Alyssa Randall each had four ribbeys. Hayley Grizzle earned a win while Victoria Elder gave up just one hit in 5 1/3 innings of relief against Hoggard. The Topsail baseball team

is on a 13-game winning streak. Senior Danny Wilson took the mound and produced a complete-game, three-hit, 12-strikeout performance in a 9-1 win over Hoggard. Wilson, who heading into Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game against Ashley leads the conference in slugging percentage (.829), runs scored (25), and home runs (4), also went 2-for-4 at the plate with two RBIs and two runs scored. Clark Cota, Sam Hall, and Trader Flora all hitting solo dingers against a very good Middle creek team. The Pender softball team

With the fall sports season rapidly approaching all three high schools are preparing for the 2015-16 school year. Trask had two spots open for the school year. Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soccer coach David Glenn resigned as did womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball coach Matt Bagwell. As of last week Trask athletic director Ed Gilroy says that he had both positions filled pending approval of the school board. Former Glenn assistant Jason Hall will take over a program that Glenn finished 3-17-1 with including a 3-11 conference mark. The team lost nine seniors from a year ago.

The Dixie Youth state softball tournament was held last week in Burgaw. The event stretched from July 17 -22.The host Burgaw team had an Angels and Ponytail team in the tournament. The Pender County football jamboree will be held on Saturday August 15. Trask will kick off the fall football practice schedule with a Titan football festival from 5-10 p.m. Stay tuned as we will bring you more times and dates of the other school football kickoff festivities. The Pender United football and Cheer Association is continuing its sign ups as is the PYFCA. Both leagues pull from the Burgaw, Rocky Point and Atkinson areas.

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The annual summer camp is sponsored by the Topsail Basketball Association, and supervised by the Topsail High School and elementary school coaches, along with varsity and junior varsity high school players. The camps had 94 youngsters from third grade through rising ninth graders register for the camp and average daily attendance was 90 participants. Organizing the camp this year were Topsail High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s varsity basketball coach Andrew Ellington, the high school menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s varsity coach Jamie Rochelle, middle school girls basketball Coach Audrey Ramsey and director of operations for TBA Bob Willard.

Topsail summer volleyball league a success By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When Pender Patriot volleyball coach Matt Davis showed up for the first week of the Coastal Plains summer volleyball league his plans were simple. He would work on teamwork and team chemistry. Coach Davis had the same plan as most of the other teams.

As the summer season came to an end Topsail Coach Hill Pearsall echoed the same sentiment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For Topsail, we got all the girls in each night and were able to see players in different situations in a match without having to worry about winloss situations,â&#x20AC;? Pearsall said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All the coaches like to win, but this league provides them with a platform to experiment

Top Performers Continued from page 10A earned two conference wins in week three. Quasheda Brown had a good game against Union while Imani Newkirk went 2-3 against the Spartans. Junior Gracie Vincent stood tall in the circle for the Patriots as they navigated their way through some tough waters.. She earned two wins in week three. s7EEK 4HE 4RASK 4ITAN BASEBALL team edged Wallace 12-11 in what can only be called a walk off error. Michael Stroman scored from first base to end the game and also led the Titans with back to back triples against Union. Dylan Kraft earned the win on the hill against Wallace while Tynaffit Davis had a three run dinger. The Lady Titans won two conference games and fell to Ashley. A.J. Johnson earned the win over Wallace while Brittany Foy earned the win over Union. Taylor Rivenburgh had a great week at the plate. The Trask women won a track meet in week one behind the sprinting prowess of Desire Brown. The junior WON THE AND METER SPRINTS The Pender men had a rough week

Basketball Continued from page 10A very tough competition, but we want to keep working on the things weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been working on. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I definitely feel we did a lot of positive things here, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have too many negatives. We were a little sloppy the first game and a half. After that I was pretty pleased. It is summer ball and, at times, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a little hard to get them to play with the intensity I expect from them.â&#x20AC;? Topsail continued to show it will have problems with quick,

Jordan a mover and shaker for the Trask Titans By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When the Heide Trask Titan varsity football team takes the field this year they will have some familiar faces on both sides of the football. Coach Johnathan Davis will be entering his second year at the helm of the program and will look for improvement. Rising junior Steven Jordan will be the focus of the Titan offense again this year. He has proven to be a workhorse for Coach Davis with his combination of power, speed and elusiveness. Last year the Titan running game improved each time that Jordan touched the ball. He had several 100-plusyard performances throughout the year. It is a sure bet that he will continue his impressive play this year. As the season approaches and the Titans begin to prepare for the 2015 season, Mr. Jordan will be preparing for what should be a very good junior season.

where they may not be about to during the season.â&#x20AC;? The league had seven varsity teams along with four junior varsity teams this year and Coach Pearsall made sure that each team had ample opportunity to field their teams. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I always ask the coaches after the league for criticisms and critiques. That was one reason we moved to Tuesday nights so there was some prac-

dropping a double header to Midway as well as falling to Clinton. Hayden Kreitzer and Addison Chadwick each had a hit for the Patriots in their loss to Clinton. The Topsail softball team won two of three including two conference match ups. Victoria Elder allowed only two hits while striking out two against South Brunswick. Elder also had a great day at the dish, going 3-3 with two runs batted in. Four Pirate hitters had two runs batted in. they included Hunter Bizzell, Kate Abston and Hayley Grizzle along with Elder. The Topsail baseball team was one of the best team in the state at any classification going into week four. Senior Clark Cota hit two mammoth home runs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one to straightaway centerfield and one to left â&#x20AC;&#x201C; knocking in four runs, and sophomore Sam Hall was 3-for-3 with a home run, a double, and two RBIs as Topsail continued their winning ways with a 10-0 win over South Brunswick. Austin Baird pitched a no hitter. The senior walked one, ruining his perfectgame possibility with a first-inning walk to Ashleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alex Highsmith, and struck out three. The top performers for April were Topsailâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Victoria Elder and Clark Cota.

tice time after the dead period for teams. It served as a great opportunity for coaches to mix up rosters as many times you could have a totally different team there week to week due to family vacations, work, camps and such,â&#x20AC;? said Pearsall. Coach Pearsall plans on hosting the tournament again next year, bringing in East Duplin, Jacksonville and Trask.

The flounder fishing has taken center stage as of late in the backwaters. The area anglers are hooking the fish around the inlets and marshes. A structure such as docks seems to be producing some flatfish as well. Live baits and Gulps fished on the bottom will work here. The red drum fishing in the inland waters is decent right now. The locals say that they are hitting a multitude of baits including topwater lures along with soft plastic worms and cut baits. There have been a few sheepshead caught around structures such as piers and docks. A sand flea will work here. Remember to be patient with these fish as they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t strike hard. There have been some spots being caught at night off of the pier on shrimp and bloodworms. A few blues and

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The Post & Voice Top Performers for April 2015 were Topsailâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Clark Cota (above left) and Lady Pirate Victoria Elder.

athletic teams. The Pirates beat Wilmington Christian !CADEMY AND #APE &EAR !CADEMY LOST TO #OASTAL #HRISTIAN 3OUTH "RUNSWICK AND 4RASK AND tied a quick and athletic North "RUNSWICK SQUAD Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two games 4RASK AND 3OUTH "RUNSWICK were the games where they had trouble countering the opponentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team speed, and the loss to host Coastal Christian came in the Centurions best shooting game where they made some uncanny shots and three-point baskets. The Pirates played without senior forward Liam Curran (excused for personal rea-

SONS A POTENTIAL STARTER AND inside force. Top performances came from rising seniors Drew Bagwell, Michael Dillon, and Nathan Gilgo, and rising juniors Alec Baker and Kodiak Dowling. Freshman D.J. Montano and Amir Andrews showed moments of promise but adjustments on shot selection and better passing will need to be made â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and improved upon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in order for both to compete at the varsity level. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Passing is something that definitely hurt us tonight,â&#x20AC;? said Rochelle after Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finale â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and losses to the Titans and the Cougars. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tonight, for whatever reason,

we threw a lot of lazy passes against two athletic teams and they picked them off and scored some easy baskets. Still, in the four days, we saw some good things. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Once we get the rotation figured out, and who is going to play the majority of the minutes, I think things will move along a lot smoother and a lot quicker. We had 17 kids here tonight, junior varsity and varsity guys, some who werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t on either the J. V. or varsity team last year, and some who will play J. v. ball this coming season. But they showed up for all the summer stuff and they showed up to help out at our kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; camp,

and I was trying to get everybody a few minutes here and there just to kind of see what I have to work with next year.â&#x20AC;? Rochelle singled out some specific things his players need to work on for the upcoming scholastic year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have to work on defensively helping out, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to get beat off the ball a little bit. We have to get our help and rotation down better defensively. Offensively the passing was a big thing and figuring out how to attack that zone offensively, and move the ball. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Against South Brunswick that was pretty much the first zone weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve faced all summer

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Spanish have been hooked with clark spoons and plugs as well. There has been the usual mixed bag of fish being caught on bottom rigs baited with shrimp. The freshwater fishing is in the usual July summer mode. There have been some bream and crappy caught on red worms. Remember early or late is the best time. This weeks fishing tip Catching a sheepshead is a tricky deal. They like to nibble and if you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t careful you will pull the bait right out of their mouth. If you are pier fishing or fishing by a dock, drop your line straight down until it hits the bottom. Bounce it off of the bottom about a foot or so. Remember a sheepshead is a wary fish. They will be spooked quickly. Some anglers use a jighead in addition to a sand fiddler. Remember, it is all about the presentation with these fish.

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When the Topsail Pirate volleyball team takes to the court for the 2015 season Coach Hill Pearsall will have a new look to his potent Pirate spiker lineup. Although the Pirates lost quite a bit of talent from a year ago Pearsall has some very good players coming back. One of those players is Madi Ford. Miss Ford has looked very impressive in the summer league this year. She has shown great presence at the net and has rained down each of the Pirates opponents with power and grace. Ford has looked very good both at the net and on the back line. She has gathered the fruits of playing for the summer league team and Coach Pearsall. With less than two weeks to go before the official opening of fall practice there is no doubt that Ford is driving the Topsail Pirate front line.

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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Imani Newkirk has shown her skills on the basketball court as well as the softball fields. She has the raw athletic ability that is hard to find in a female athlete. This summer she has taken her talents and applied them to the volleyball court. According to Pender Patriot volleyball coach Matt Davis Miss Newkirk has taken her game to the next level. She has shown signs of becoming the go-to player for the Patriots. She has played well in all facets of the game throughout the summer league season. With the high school volleyball season right around the corner she will begin the transition of becoming one of the top players in the Four County Conference. With her speed and athletic ability, Imani Newkirk will make a huge difference on the court for Coach Matt Davis and the Pender Patriot volleyball team.

and a lot of teams donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t play zone against us so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not something we havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worked on a lot this summer. But we did some good things, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m really proud of how aggressively we played, offensive and defensive rebounds especially. That is a spot where I have put a lot of emphasis on and we had guys fighting for it and not letting the other team have it.â&#x20AC;? Rochelle said the Pirates are done with competitive play for the summer but they will continue with weightroom and conditioning activities along with more work on the court.

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF CLARENCE BAKER, ESTATE FILE NO: 14E195 All persons, firms or corporations having claims against Clarence Baker, deceased, late of Pender County, North Carolina, are notified to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before October 1, 2015 or this notice will be plead in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 1st day of July 2015. Betti B. Edwards, Administratrix of the Estate of Clarence Baker C/O of her attorney, Renee Williamson Bloodworth, Attorney at Law 130 East Church Street, PO BOX 129 Atkinson, NC 28421 #6945 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23/2015 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified asthe Executrix of the estate of Gregory D. Howard, deceased, of Pender County. This is to notify all persons having claimsagainst the estateof said deceddent, Gregory D. Howard, to present them to the undersigned on or before October 15, 2015 at 113 White Heron Cove, Hampstead, NC 28443, or be barred from recovery. All persons Indebted to said esteate, please make immediate payment. This the 9th day of July, 2015.. Donna C. Howard 113 White Heron Cove Hampstead, NC 28443 #6958 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30/2015 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The undersigned having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Michele Catherine Sessoms, deceased, Pender County 15-E-0226, late of Pender County, North Carolina, gives notice to all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate to present such claims to the undersigned at the offices of Alan M. Solana, Solana, Theriault & Gross, PLLC, Attorneys at Law, 1650 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 200, Wilmington, NC 28403, on or before the 16th day of October, 2015, or this Notice will be pleased in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment. Jamie Brooks, Executrix c/o Alan M. Solana, Attorney at Law Solana, Theriualt & Gross, PLLC 1650 Military Cutoff Rd, Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 #6964 7/16,7/23,7/30,8/6 EXECUTOR'S NOTICE Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Manley Elwood Mills, deceased, late of Pender County, North Carolina, this is to notify that all persons having claims against the said estate to present such claims to the undersigned on or before the 19th day of October, 2015, or this notice will be placed in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment. This 16th day of July, 2015. Carolyn S. Lawrence 118 Falcon Road Rocky Mount, NC 27801 Robert C. Kenan, Jr. MOORE & KENAN Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 957 Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-9800 #6967, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6/2015

15 SP 68 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Scott McKenzie and Styvette McKenzie to Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Trustee(s), which was dated December 19, 2003 and recorded on December 22, 2003 in Book 2289 at Page 48, Pender County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on July 28, 2015 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 11 of Valley Properties as shown on a map recorded in Map Book 21, Page 43 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which map is hereby made for a more complete and accurate description. Being the same property acquired by Sarah C. Flowers in that certain deed recorded in Deed Book 1078, Page 004. Being the same property acquired by Therese Lee Belaus in that certain deed recorded in Deed Book 1278, Page 125. Being the same property acquired by Wells Fargo Mortgage,

Inc. in that certain deed recorded in Deed Book 2243, Page 047 Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 409 West Ashe Street, Burgaw, NC 28425. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Scott McKenzie and wife, Styvette McKenzie. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 15-02628-FC01 #6962 7/16, 7/23/2015

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualiﬁed as Administrator of the estate of Ralph Henry Horrell, deceased, of Pender County. This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Ralph Henry Horrell, to present them to the undersigned on or before October 22, 2015 at 6611 Wheatﬁelds Court, Wilmington, NC 28411 or be barred from recovery. All persons Indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment. This the 14th day of July 2015. Rita H. Bulluck 8 W. Sunset Road Hampton, VA 23669 #6972 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6/2015

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT FILE NO. 00E000221 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BLANCHEY PHILLIPS, DECEASED NOTICE OF CREDITORS The undersigned having qualified as the Administrator of the Estate of Blancey Phillips, does hereby notify all persons, firms, or corporation having claims against said decedent exhibit the same to James Phillips, Administrator, at the address set out below no later than ninety (90) days from the first publication date of this Notice. This Notice may be pleaded as a bar of any payment or recovery of same which is not given prior to the 22nd day of October, 2015. All persons indebted to the decedent will please make payment to the undersigned at either address set out below. The Law Office of Erma L. Johnson, P.C. 2803 Market Street P.O. Box 696 Wilmington, NC 28402 #6971 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6/2015

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION PENDER COUNTY 15SP11 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY RYAN SCOTT WENZEL AND MEGAN DAWN JONES DATED OCTOBER 8, 2003 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 2239 AT PAGE 276 IN THE PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the abovereferenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 1:30PM on July 31, 2015 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Pender County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 110-A in Section VI-E, Belvedere Plantation according to the map of Section VI-E, Belvedere Plantation, recorded in Map Book 20, at Page 41, in the office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina, reference to which said map is hereby made for a more particular description. And Being more commonly known as: 116 Bay Tree Cir, Hampstead, NC 28443 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Ryan Scott Wenzel and Megan Dawn Jones. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is May 19, 2015. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 13-041476 #6909 7/16, 7/23/2015 13 SP 74 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Clinton O. Connor and Tamatha L. Connor to Jackie Miller, Trustee(s), which was dated February 25, 2010 and recorded on March 2, 2010 in Book 3745 at Page 0284 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on July 6, 2010 in Book 3793, Page 0034, Pender County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for

conducting the sale on July 28, 2015 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Lying and being in Topsail Township, Pender County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows:  Being all of Lot 1 as shown on map entitled “Final Plat of the Subdivision of Lot 196, Revised Section II, Washington Acres” recorded in Map Book 39 at Page 93 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which said map is hereby made for a more particular description. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 353 Washington Acres Road, Hampstead, NC 28443. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Clinton O. Connor and wife, Tamatha Connor. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 12-26982-FC01 #6961 7/16, 7/23/2015 113470-01689/ 14-SP-206 AMENDED NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Kelly Ann Horrell and Darrell Lee Horrell, dated October 12, 2006 and recorded on October 13, 2006 in Book No. 3072 at Page 024 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Pender County Courthouse, Burgaw, North Carolina on August 4, 2015 at 1:00 PM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Atkinson, County of Pender, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust.. Address of property:229 Red Cross St, Atkinson, NC 28421 Tax Parcel ID:2248-92-5934-0000 Present Record Owners: Darrell Lee Horrell The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. The successful bidder shall be required

to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax and costs of recording the Trustee’s Deed. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property or the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. In either event the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney or the Trustee. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Rogers, Townsend&Thomas, PC Substitute Trustee 2550 West TyvolaRoad, Suite 520 Charlotte, NC 28217 (704) 442-9500 #6965 716, 7/23/15

14 SP 283 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Linda W. Clark and Jimmie Allen Clark to F. Blair Williams, Trustee(s), which was dated November 7, 2008 and recorded on January 9, 2009 in Book 3563 at Page 001, Pender County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on August 4, 2015 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Beginning at a metal spike in the center of the pavement of S.R. No. 1128 that is located North 37 degrees 26 minutes East 327.87 feet from another metal spike in the centerline of S.R. No. 1128 at the Southwestern corner of a +/- 7.36 acre tract of land as shown on a map entitled “Map of Survey for Kenneth Barnhill” which said map was made by Garland B. Williams, Registered Land Surveyor, and dated October 1977, which last said metal spike is located North 37 degrees 31 minutes East 1428.08 feet from the centerline intersection of S.R. No. 1128 with S.R. No. 1129; and runs thence from the Beginning corner, so located as follows: 1. with an old line North 52 degrees 34 minutes West 30.00 feet to a concrete monument; thence the same course continued North 52 degrees 34 minutes West 292.95 feet to an iron pipe in a canal; thence, 2. with the old line North 07 degrees 08 minutes West 172.91 feet to an iron stake; thence, 3. with a new line South 52 degrees 34 minutes East 444.28 feet to a spike in the center of the pavement of S.R. No. 1128, thence, 4. with the center of the pavement of S.R.No. 1128, south 37 degrees 26 minutes West 123.18 feet to the beginning. The above described lot or tract of land contains 1.00 acre to be the same more or less excluding that portion within the 60.00 feet wide right-of-way of S.R. No. 1128. Being all and the same lot of ground which by Deed dated October 2, 2008, and recorded among the Land Records of Pender County, North Carolina in Liber 3533, folio 088, was granted and conveyed by Linda W. Clark unto Jimmy Allen Clark and Linda W. Clark, husband and wife. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 6395 Point Caswell Road, Atkinson, NC 28421. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of ﬁve percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EX-

CISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are All Lawful Heirs of Jimmie Allen Clark. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 14-24313-FC01 #6968 7/23, 7/30/2015 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE TO CREDITORS FILE NO. 15 E 242 COUNTY OF PENDER Joseph S. Johnston, having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Judith Kicos, deceased, late of Pender County, North Carolina, does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned at 5725 Oleander Drive, Suite C-3, Wilmington, NC 28403 on or before the 21st day of October, 2015 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms or corporations indebted to the said estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 23rd day of July,2015. Joseph S. Johnston, Executor c/o D. Robert Williams, Jr., Esq. Price & Williams, P.A. Attorneys at Law 5725 Oleander Drive, Suite C-3 Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 791-9422 phone (910) 791-0432 fax #6976 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13/2015 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER EXECUTOR’S NOTICE The undersigned having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Sally M. Howell, same person as Sadie Tesch Moak Howell, deceased, late of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against said Estate to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 1st day of November, 2015 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 14th day of July, 2015. ROBERT HOWELL Executor of the Estate of Sadie Tesch Moak Howell c/o Charles T. Busby Attorney at Law P.O. Box 818 Hampstead, NC 28443-818 #6973 7/16, 7/23, 7/30,8/6/2015

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Vintage postcard for Fireball Run 12 SP 348 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Dennis R. Westberg to Jackie Miller, Trustee(s), which was dated October 24, 2007 and recorded on October 24, 2007 in Book 3343 at Page 168, Pender County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on August 4, 2015 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING ALL OF Lot 7 as depicted on plat entitled “MAP OF BRIDGEGATE - SECTION ONE REVISED”, recorded in Map Book 25 at Page 24, to which reference is made for complete description, being the property conveyed to Heath Foster and wife, Jennifer Foster by deed recorded in Book 2782 at Page 006, Pender County. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 80 Shelley Road, Hampstead, NC 28443. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Dennis R. Westberg. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 15-02062FC01 #6970 7/23,7/302015 15 SP 141 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Owen E. Matthews and Sherry J. Baker a/k/a Sherry Jo Baker to Douglas Douglas, Connie Iampieri, Trustee(s), which was dated July 22, 2005 and recorded on July 27, 2005 in Book 2729 at Page 092, Pender County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county

courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on August 4, 2015 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING at a stake in the Northeastern edge of the BurgawPenderlea Highway, said stake being located North 31 degrees West 1123 feet from the intersection of the centerline of the Long Creek-Watha Road with the Northeastern line of the Burgaw-Penderlea Highway and same being N.H. Rivenbark’s and Ben Harrell’s corner, running thence North 54 degrees East 377.5 feet to a stake; thence North 12 degrees 30 minutes East 821 feet to a stake; thence South 86 degrees 20 minutes West 1062 feet to a stake in the Northeastern edge of the BurgawPenderlea Highway; thence with the Northeastern edge of said Highway South 31 degrees East 1111 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing 15 ½ acres, more or less.  The above described tract of land is a portion of P.R. Quinlan, Inc’s “Fred Stevens” Tract, the deed for same dated the 24th day of May, 1962, being duly recorded in the Pender County Register of Deeds Office in Book 377, page 243.  LESS AND EXCEPT THE FOLLOWING TWO TRACTS: 1) First Exception. Being all that tract containing .79 acres, more or less, as more particularly described in a deed recorded in Deed Book 585 at page 59 of the Pender County Registry.  2) Second Exception. Being all that tract containing .53 acres, more or less, as more particularly described in a deed recorded in Deed Book 644 at page 120 of the Pender County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 5292 Penderlea Highway, Watha, NC 28478. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Owen E. Matthews. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 09-23350-FC03 #6969 7/23, 7/30/2015 447 023305-1 15-Sp-0056 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Gene W Everett and Jessica Everett, dated 05/29/2007 and recorded on 05/29/2007, in Book 3239 at Page 314_, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the

usual place of sale at Pender County Courthouse, in Burgaw, North Carolina, on August 04, 2015 at 10:00 AM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Hampstead, County of Pender, State of North Carolina, and being more particular described as follows: Being all of Lot 16, Section 3 of Emerald Ridge Subdivision as shown on a map recorded in Map Book 39 at Page 43 of the Pender County Registry ,reference to which said map is hereby made for a more particular description. Any and all improvements thereon. Address of Property: 47 Amber Court, Hampstead, NC 28443 Present Record Owners: Gene W Everett and Jessica Everett The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to require a cash deposit or a certified check not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event that the holder is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) (1). The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Substitute Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey title include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without knowledge of the Substitute Trustee(s). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Substitute Trustee(s), in its/their sole discretion, if it/they believe(s) the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice where the Real Property is Residential with less than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the County in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of termination. Dated: July 7, 2015 The Hunoval Law Firm, PLLC, Attorney for Poore Substitute Trustee, LTD as Substitute Trustee (704) 334-7114 #6974 7/23, 7/30/2015 230 025355-1 15SP-146 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Glen Alan Hurt and Judy T. Hurt, dated 12/16/2005 and recorded on 12/19/2005, in Book 2845 at Page 309_, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Pender County Courthouse, in Burgaw, North Carolina, on August 04, 2015 at 10:00 AM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Watha, County of Pender, State of North Carolina, and being more particular described as follows: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN PENDER COUNTY North Carolina AND MORE PARTICULARRLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOCATED IN UNION TOWNSHIP PENDER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA A SHORT DISTANCE NORTH OF SECONDARY ROAD NO 1209 AND BEING MORE FULLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS TO WIT: BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIPE IN THE WESTERN LINE OF THE GLENN A HURT 12 ACRE TRACT, SAID IRON PIPE BEING LOCATED ALONG SAID LINE AT A POINT THAT IS FOLLOWING COURSES AND DISTANCES FROM AN EXISTING P.K NAIL LOCATED IN THE PAVED CENTERLINE OF SECONDARY ROAD NO 1209 DIRECTLY ABOVE AND BETWEEN TWO CONCERETE CULVERTS THAT ACCOMMODATED THE WATERS OF PIG PEN BRANCH BENEATH THE ROADWAY SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 142.81 FEET AND NORTH 05 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 1673.21 FEET TO THE BEGINNING AND RUNNING THENCE

FROM THE BEGINNING SO LOCATED, (1) A NEW LINE SOUTH 86 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 24 SECONDS WEST 698.00 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE LINE THENCE (2) A NEW LINE NORTH 05 DEGREES 37 MINUTES 49 SECONDS EAST 801.98 FEET TO AN TRON STAKE INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY`S WILSON TRACT OLD MARKED SOUTHERN LINE THENCE (3) WITH SAID NORTH 86 GEGREEE 57 MINUTES 58 SECONDS EAST 699.99 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE IN LINE THENCE (4) SOUTH 05 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 35 SECONDS WEST 800.36 FEET TO THE BEGINNING CONTAINING 12.70 ACRES MORE OR LESS AND IS AS SURVEYED BY THOMPSON SURVEYING CO P.A. OF BURGAW NORTH CAROLINA DURING MARCH 1995 THE ABOVE DESCRIBED TRACT BEING A PORTION OF THE NOLAN D. HURT LANDS DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 333 AT PAGE 257 OF THE PENDER COUNTY REGISTRY TAX ID# 2381-88-6474-0000 Any and all improvements thereon. Address of Property: 3078 Shiloh Road, Watha, NC 28478 Present Record Owners: Glen Alan Hurt and Judy T. Hurt The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to require a cash deposit or a certified check not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event that the holder is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) (1). The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Substitute Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey title include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without knowledge of the Substitute Trustee(s). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Substitute Trustee(s), in its/their sole discretion, if it/they believe(s) the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice where the Real Property is Residential with less than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the County in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of termination. Dated: July 1, 2015 The Hunoval Law Firm, PLLC, Attorney for Poore Substitute Trustee, LTD as Substitute Trustee (704) 334-7114 #6975 7/23, 7/30/2015

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Patrick Brown, owner of Loggerhead Designs, created a vintage postcard for Fireball Run. “The Fireball Run production team provided the specifications,” said Brown. “The vintage look was their request.” “Patrick was the perfect designer for this project,” said Tammy Proctor, who spearheads the local Fireball Run project. “He values antiques and history – not to mention he is extremely talented!” Brown and his wife, Brittany, have resided fulltime in Surf City since 2012. A self-proclaimed Army brat, Brown’s childhood vacations were on Topsail Island. “Brittany and I were married on the beach,” he said. “We honeymooned here.” On their honeymoon they decided to make Surf City their home. Brown, who worked in theme park design and e-commerce, started his own design business on Topsail Island. “We are a corporate office with multiple locations,” Brown said. His clients stretch from Florida to New York, and westward to Texas. Loggerhead Designs expanded last year when Brown purchased the web hosting portion of Topics Design from Glen Pierce. “We currently serve 160 website clients,” said Brown.

His list of clients include the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism. “Our number of print clients has also grown significantly,” added Brown. Brown created “It’s a Topsul Thing,” a line of designs that are unique to the area. “’It’s a Topsul Thing’ has been really well received,” Brown said, adding that the Facebook page for ‘It’s a Topsail Thing’ is just as popular. Brown enjoys being a part of the community. He is a sponsor of the Earth and Surf Festival, as well as Autumn With Topsail, just to name a few. Brown’s vintage postcard design will adorn the team cars participating in Fireball Run, a program that is coming to the Greater Topsail Area Sept. 29-30. The program has more than 1.7 million viewers. It is the first time the program has filmed in North Carolina. For more information about Fireball Run, call the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce at 910-329-4446 or Pender County Tourism at 910-259-1536. Loggerhead Designs is located at 14254-C NC Hwy 50 in Surf City. His office assistants include his two pups, Rosie and Emma. For more details about Loggerhead Designs call 910-5410143 or visit online at loggerheaddesigns.com.

Schools

of the board all along, but until the budget was adopted we did not want to seek LGC approval. I want to make clear that this action is in spite of, not because of, the School Board seeking mediation,” Williams said. “While they included bond funding in their presentation during our joint meeting, even their attorneys concede that bond funding is not included within the scope 115C-431, which is limited to this year’s current expense and capital outlay. It is my intent, shared by a majority of the board, that we should not let anything distract us from moving ahead with the bond projects so that we do not increase costs or adversely effect either the taxpayers or children of Pender County.”

Continued from page 1A vanced would be repaid to the fund balance out of the first round of bond sales, which would take place during the 2015-16 fiscal year. The LGC prefers that a bond sale not take place until the projects are further along and some projects have bids. This LGC position is designed to be sure the bond funds will be adequate to complete any projects that are started. Williams says this move has nothing to do with the mediation in which the the commissioners and the School Board are currently involved. “This has been the intent

Election

Continued from page 1A Five candidates will seek three seats on the town board, with incumbents Nelva R. Albury, Buddy Fowler, and Donald Ray Helms seeking reelection. Newcomers Garry Noel and Donna S. Thigpen have filed for election to the town council. Topsail Beach A race for mayor in Topsail Beach is shaping up, with commissioner Julian Bone challenging mayor Howard Braxton Jr. There will be at least one new commissioner on the town board – Larry Combs did not file for reelection. Two seats will be up for grabs, with four commissioners seeking election to the board. Commissioner Linda Stipe will seek reelection, along with newcomers William Jordan, Herb Netherton, and Steve Smith.

Atkinson Atkinson will have a new mayor and at least one new face on the town board. Longtime mayor Jack Turner did not seek reelection. Maulin C. Patel has filed for mayor and will run unopposed. Two seats will be open on the Atkinson board of commissioners. Incumbent Fred Friebel will not seek reelection. Incumbent Christie Halligan filed for reelection, along with new candidates Thomas Gay, Chris Barnes, Renee Williamson Bloodworth, and Martina Denise Holmes. St. Helena Robert M. Bar nhill has filed for mayor of St. Helena and will run unopposed. Four seats will be open on the village board and all four incumbents have filed for relection. William “Cowboy” Hunter, Kaye Kowles, Neil Benton, and Nancy Evanovich Jones will all return to the village board .

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Living

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For over a decade, a coffee house has been part of the Burgaw comm u n i t y. Located in the heart of the historic district, this little oasis didn’t just raise the level for coffee drinkers in the town, it became one of the first of what had previously been a rarity: a destination coffee house which people visited solely for the quality of the coffee. Brown Dog Coffee Company, a locally owned and operated business, produces handcrafted coffees that are roasted in-house and in small batches. The coffee roasting operation is a point of pride for the coffee house. A green coffee seed, which has no flavor, is transformed into an incredibly aromatic, astonishingly complex coffee bean. During the roasting process, there are a number of different stages a coffee goes through. This is called a roast profile. Coffee can have a profile as complex as any wine. The overall goal of a roaster is to bring out the best acidity, sweetness and flavors in each coffee. Brown Dog’s roster of single-origin coffees encompass: African, Indonesian, and South and Central America. Bulk coffee is available for purchase at the coffee house as well as Tidal Creek Co-op and Feast Down East. Roasting demonstrations and tastings are available for interested parties. Stylish in a way that might signal cocktail bar just as much as coffee house, Brown Dog Coffee Company is the place to go for a superior cup of coffee or a

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experience. It’s craftsmanship at its finest. The menu is not overly fancy or complicated and all beverages are prepared with great care. Whether they are long, short, milky or dark, Brown Dog offers a variety of coffee drinks that start with their in-house roasted espresso. Friendly and skilled baristas keep it real with brisk service, perfect cappuccinos and meticulous lattes. In addition, coffees are offered in a variety of brewing methods such as pour-overs and French press. Summer months, they’re not too high minded to serve a “blended frappe” which is essentially a frozen coffee drink. Not a big dairy person? Not to worry. Brown Dog offers almond and soy milk. A menu of classics on the coffee side is complemented by baked goods – all made by some of the best local bakers in the area. Being a great coffee shop isn’t just about the quality of your espresso. It’s about those special touches that weave a humble purveyor of warm beverages into the fabric of a community’s everyday life. On any given day, lawyers, farmers, artists, students, and maybe an actor or two can be found hanging out at Brown Dog Coffee Company. The quiet vibe helps for concentrating on work projects and book reading. A community bulletin board is filled with local events and community related news. Simple art, soft lighting, and comfortable digs create an intimate, welcoming atmosphere - gentle reminders to slow down and enjoy life. It’s a recipe for success that legions of their fans love.

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Luke 18:1-8 tells the story of an unjust judge â&#x20AC;&#x153;who cared not for man nor God.â&#x20AC;? A feisty widow comes to demand justice in a suit. At first the judge puts her off after all she is a nobody, but she just keeps coming and coming and coming until she pesters the judge so much he settles the suit in her favor just to get rid of her. Modern scholarship indicates that there are several ways to interpret this story in Luke. Some say that the theme is justice, a theme that would appeal to people who are interested in social justice. From this viewpoint, one could interpret the text to say that in the face of injustice, one ought to be persistent in seeking justice until justice is rendered. It has a certain appeal for it is a straightforward reading of the text. But Luke frames the story differently. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perspective suggests that the theme of the passage is prayer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; persistent prayer. A cursory reading then would suggest that we ought to be persistent in prayer, crying out to God for that which we want passionately until God gives us what we want. This, too, is an appealing reading in some ways, but it has a few problems.

First, God does not simply give us what we want no matter how persistent we might be in seeking it. God gives us not what we want, but what we need, that which is sufficient for us to fulfill Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will and purpose. So, we might be disap pointed if we took the more surface reading of the text to heart. We would be disappointed because we do not always get what we pray for. Sometimes we pray for selfish things, frivolous things, outrageous things. The second problem here is that the judge is the absolute opposite of the God who loves us and calls us into His service. The judge requires a literal barrage of entreaties before he grants the widowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boon. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not until he is under assault so to speak with the widowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s constant entreaties that he softens enough to give her what she wants. He is besieged unto distraction, worn out and worn thin by the widow to the point of giving in to her demands. But our God is not like this. Our God hears the prayers of our hearts and lips, weighs them and if they serve His holy purpose grants them immediately. When we are praying in tune with God, there is no need to badger God, he will grant us aid and right away. So the persistent prayer of t he text is not persistent

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prayer to God about one certain desire. The persistent prayer of the Christian is the practice of frequent, daily prayer to God. We are to constantly open the channel of prayer and lift up all that fills us. We are to bring prayers of praise, thanksgiving, and struggle to God. We are to share the burdens of our hearts. We p r ay p e r si s t e nt ly, opening ourselves to God so that the lines of communication are always clear. As we engage in frequent, dai ly prayer, we find that we are slowly shaped to Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way and will and purpose. We learn the heart of God and God knows the heart of us in such a way that when we pray for something speci fic, our prayers are not selfish or foolish, but in tune with God, in tune in such a way that God grants us our prayer without resistance or waiting. Persistent prayer is what melds our hearts to God so that we are always asking for

that which is within Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will, always asking for those things that meet with Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s purpose. Then without hesitation or fail God fulfills our lives within Godly goals. It may take a feisty widow to soften up a hard-hearted judge, and that only after persistent pleading. But it only takes a God-filled believer to speak to the love filled heart of God to receive what God desires for us. It only takes one word, one single thought from a God tuned Christian to open G odâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cha n nel of Blessing. T h a t â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s t h e p e r s i s t e n t prayer that counts the constant, heart-felt, love-filled prayer of a servant to break open the heart of our master and King. And God responds with the fullness of His bounty and grace. We are called to pray unceasingly to know the heart of God and to open that heart to our smallest needs and our constant blessings.

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FRIENDLY COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

1730 US Hwy. 117 N. â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-3046 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m., 6 p.m. www.fcbcb.org

ST. M ARYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CHURCH

An Episcopal - Lutheran Community 506 S. McNeil Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 910.259.5541 Sunday Worship Service with Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. www.stmaryschurchburgawnc.org

BURGAW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

200 E. Fremont St. â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425

Sunday School: Sunday 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 a.m.

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FAITH HARBOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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BURGAW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

110 E. Bridgers Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 â&#x20AC;˘ 910-259-2295 Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

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Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday: 7 p.m.

WATHA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

160 Camp Kirkwood Road, Watha, NC

910-470-4436

Pastor John Fedoronko

Adult Bible Study: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biblical Studies (ages 3-12) from 10:45-11:30 a.m. Worship: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Breakfast, 2nd Sunday of Each Month, 8-9 a.m. Jim Herchenhahn / Pastor Ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Circle, 2nd Monday of Each Month, 6:30-8 p.m. Worship Services: 8:30 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. Youth each Sunday at 6:00 p.m. Choir Practice & Bible Study, Tues., 7:30-9 p.m. Youth Group Every Other Wed. 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings: Meal at 6:00 p.m. / Study for all ages 7:00 p.m. ROCKY POINT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WESTVIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH located at the intersection of Hyw. 117 & 210 Pastor Mark Murphyw 5610 Hwy. 53 W â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425 (Across from Pender High) Services: Sunday at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Bible Study: Tuesday at 6 p.m. Pastor Judy Jeremias Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. www.RPUMC.org

19845 NC Hwy. 210, Rocky Point, NC 28457 910-675-2127

MISSION BAPTIST CHURCH

CALVARY CHAPEL COMMUNITY CHURCH

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Dinner at 6:00 p.m. and classes at 6:45 p.m.

Pastor: Tony Fontana Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sun. Worship: 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Bible Study: Wednesday 7 p.m. Youth Group: Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

607 S. Walker Street â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425

54 Camp Kirkwood Rd. â&#x20AC;˘ Watha, NC 28478 â&#x20AC;˘ 910-448-0919

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JORDANS CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

4670 Stag Park Rd. â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425 â&#x20AC;˘ 910-259-5735 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.

MOORES CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

3107 Union Chapel Rd. â&#x20AC;˘ Currie, NC 28435

Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study: 7:00 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC CHURCH

1303 Hwy. 117 â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC â&#x20AC;˘ 910-259-2601

Rev. Roger Malonda Nyimi, Pastor Sunday: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. Mass Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. Mass Thursday 8:30 a.m. Mass

CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP (CF2) 10509 US Hwy. 117 S. Rocky Point Business Park Rocky Point, NC â&#x20AC;˘ 910-232-7759

www.CF2.us Worship Hours: Sunday Morning, 11 a.m. Wednesday Night, 6 p.m. Pastor: Dr. Ernie Sanchez

ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CHURCH

18737 Hwy 17 North, Hampstead â&#x20AC;˘ 910-270-1477 Rev. John Durbin, Pastor

Weekend Mass Schedule: Hampstead - SAT 5 p.m., SUN 9 a.m. Surf City - SAT 5 p.m., SUN 9 & 11 a.m. (through Labor Day) Daily Mass - Hampstead: TUES & WED 4p.m., THURS & FRI 9 a.m. Confessions SAT 4-4:30 p.m. or by appt. www.allsaintsccnc.org

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By Hope Cusick Contributing Writer Blueberries, strawberries, onions, tomatoes, and zucchini are plentiful right now and will work well in these recipes. Local fresh varieties will give you the best flavor. Enjoy Green tomato relish 7 Â˝ pounds green tomatoes, thinly sliced 5 green bell peppers, quartered lengthwise, seeded, and sliced 4 red bell peppers, quartered l e n g t h w i s e, s e e d e d , a n d sliced 4 large sweet onions, halved and sliced into Âź-inch pieces 1 cup pickling or canning salt 6 cups granulated sugar 2 tablespoons pickling spice 1 tablespoon ground turmeric 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 4 cups white vinegar In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, green peppers, red peppers, onions, and salt. Cover and let stand at a cool room temperature overnight. In a colander lined with

cheesecloth, working in batches, drain vegetables and rinse well. Drain again and squeeze out excess liquid. Set aside in the colander to continue draining. In a large pot, combine drained vegetables, sugar, pickling spice, turmeric, cinnamon, cloves, and vinegar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often. Lower heat and simmer gently, stirring often, for about 30 minutes or until onions are translucent and relish is slightly thickened. Spoon hot relish into sterilized jars to within a half-inch of rim. Remove any air pockets and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot relish; wipe rims. Apply prepared lids and rings, tighten rings just until fingertip-tight. Process jars in a boiling water canner for 15 minutes. Turn off canner and remove lid. Let jars stand in water for five minutes. Transfer jars to a towel-lined surface and let rest at room temperature until cooled. Check seals; refrigerate any unsealed jars for up to three weeks. This makes about 10 pint jars of relish. This relish makes a nice accompaniment for sandwiches or cooked meats, or a delicious spread grilled meats and/or tacos, if you like. Zucchini onion pie with cheese Serves 6. 4 large eggs 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Â˝ cup canola oil 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes 1 garlic clove, minced then smashed Pinch of salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste 3 cups sliced zucchini into Âź-inch pieces 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup Bisquick baking mix 1 small sweet onion, chopped In a large bowl, whisk to g ether e g gs, Par mesan cheese, oil, parsley garlic, salt and pepper. Stir in the zucchini, cheese, Bisquick, and onion. Pour into a greased 9-inch deep-dish pie plate. Bake at 350Â° for 25-35 minutes or until lightly browned. Cold blueberry soup The secret ingredient is the vanilla ice cream. 4 cups fresh blueberries 1 cup orange juice Â˝ cup granulated sugar Âź teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of salt 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 cups half-and-half Â˝ cup vanilla ice cream mint sprigs, for garnish, if desired In a large saucepan bring first blueberries, orange juice, sugar, cinnamon, and salt to a boil in over medium-high heat, stirring often. Remove from heat, and slightly cool. Process blueberry mixture and lemon juice in a blender or food processor until

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Thursday, July 23 s4HE +IWANIS #LUB OF (AMPSTEAD WILL MEET AT A M AT THE 3AWMILL 'RILL ON (WY IN (AMPSTEAD s4HE #APE &EAR 7OODCARVERS #LUB WILL MEET AT A M AT 0OPLAR 'ROVE 0LANTATION IN 3COTTS (ILL &OR MORE INFORMATION GO TO www.capefearcarvers.org. s!LCOHOLICS !NONYMOUS WILL MEET FROM NOON P M AT THE Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more information. s0ENDER #OUNTY -USEUM IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR FREE DONATIONS ARE WELCOME EVERY 4HURSDAY AND &RIDAY FROM P M and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 by email at penderhist@hotmail.com. *Bingo will be held at the Topsail Beach Assembly Building, 720 Channel Boulevard, each Thursday through Aug. 13. Doors OPEN AT P M %ARLY BIRD BINGO BEGINS AT P M AND REGULAR bingo at 7 p.m. Come early for seating. s3UMMER 0LUNDER $AYS EACH 4HURSDAY IN 4OPSAIL "EACH FEATURES LOCAL ARTISTS AND ARTISANS &ROM COPPER WEATHERVANES TO sea glass jewelry, all items are created locally. Admission and parking are free. The event is held at 802 S. Anderson Blvd. Friday July 24 s!TKINSON "APTIST #HURCH (WY IN !TKINSON HAS A FREE BREAD GIVEAWAY &RIDAYS FROM P M !LL TYPES OF BREAD FROM white to multigrain to hamburger buns. s0ENDER #OUNTY -USEUM OPEN P M s4HE -ARINE #ORPS ,EAGUE $ETACHMENT MEETS FOR BREAKFAST AT THE 3AWMILL 'RILL IN (AMPSTEAD AT A M EACH &RIDAY Tuesday July 28 s3URF #ITY 3UMMER -ARKET FEATURES LOCAL ARTISANS CRAFTERS and locally grown produce along the waterfront of Soundside Park from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Wednesday July 29 s!LCOHOLICS !NONYMOUS WILL MEET FROM P M AT THE Surf City Community Center, 201 Community Center Dr. Call 328.4887 for more information s4HE #OASTAL 0ENDER 2OTARY #LUB MEETS EACH 7EDNESDAY AT P M AT THE "ELVEDERE #OUNTRY #LUB #OUNTRY #LUB $RIVE IN (AMPSTEAD s0ENDER #OUNTY &ARMER S -ARKET AT 0OPLAR 'ROVE 0LANTATION IS OPEN EACH 7EDNESDAY AT A M Thursday, July 30 4HE +IWANIS #LUB OF (AMPSTEAD WILL MEET AT A M AT THE 3AWMILL 'RILL ON (WY IN (AMPSTEAD s4HE #APE &EAR 7OODCARVERS #LUB WILL MEET AT A M AT 0OPLAR 'ROVE 0LANTATION IN 3COTTS (ILL &OR MORE INFORMATION GO TO www.capefearcarvers.org. craft, product, talent or ser- s!LCOHOLICS !NONYMOUS WILL MEET FROM NOON P M AT THE vice that you would like your Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more inforcommunity to see, taste, expe- mation. rience, sample or buy? s0ENDER #OUNTY -USEUM IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR FREE DONA4HE SECOND ANNUAL (OLLY TIONS ARE WELCOME EVERY 4HURSDAY AND &RIDAY FROM P M Ridge Sampler is set for Sept. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are 19 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. at available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 THE (OLLY 2IDGE 6OL &IRE $EPT by email at penderhist@hotmail.com. LOCATED ON 5 3 (WY .O FEE s"INGO WILL BE HELD AT THE 4OPSAIL "EACH !SSEMBLY "UILDING is required only a donation to 720 Channel Boulevard, each Thursday through Aug. 13. Doors the fire dept. is requested and OPEN AT P M %ARLY BIRD BINGO BEGINS AT P M AND REGULAR greatly appreciated. bingo at 7 p.m. Come early for seating. 6ISIT THEHOLLYRIDGESAM- s3UMMER 0LUNDER $AYS EACH 4HURSDAY IN 4OPSAIL "EACH FEAp l e r. w i x . c o m / s a m p l e r t o TURES LOCAL ARTISTS AND ARTISANS &ROM COPPER WEATHERVANES TO print and submit applications sea glass jewelry, all items are created locally. Admission and by Aug. 25. parking are free. The event is held at 802 S. Anderson Blvd.

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Tennis program at Surf City Community Center 7ITH THE CONTINUED GROWTH and interest in adult tennis play locally, Surf City Parks and Recreation is initiating a tennis ladder for recreational and social play â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but with a competitive edge. You can challenge players either above or below you on the ladder and match play will run from Aug. 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Nov. 31. 7HILE THE LADDER WILL BE ADministered by Surf City Parks and Recreation, matches can be played at the Community Center courts or any other court in Pender, Onslow, or .EW (ANOVER COUNTIES $Ivisions now open for sign-up AGES AND OLDER ARE MEN S AND WOMEN S SINGLES MEN S AND WOMEN S DOUBLES AND mixed doubles. Players will initially selfrank based on a standard USTA scale and the cost is only $25 for the season. Registration is through www. townofsurfcity.com and is already open. Ladder info will be e-mailed out before the competition PERIOD INCLUDING CONTACT information) and then on a weekly basis. Rules are already posted at HTTP SURFCItytennisladder.playerspace. com. Some social events for the Surf City Tennis Ladder are expected to be announced, including pre-season and endof-season get-togethers. Andre Persun, an athletics staffer from Surf City Parks and Recreation, will initially set up and run the program. (E CAN BE CONTACTED AT apersun@townofsurfcity.com or &OR MORE INFORmation, participants may also e-mail athletics@townofsurfcity.com. Public Nominations for Small Farmer of the Year Now Open If you know an exceptional small-farm businessman or businesswoman, the Cooperative Extension Program at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University wants to hear from you. Public nominations are being accepted for the North # A R O L I N A 3 M A L L & A R M E R of the Year, an award bestowed annually by Cooperative Extension at N.C. A&T. The award will be presented during the 30th AnNU A L 3 M A L L &A R M S 7E E K activities scheduled March 20-26, 2016. The recipient will be honored during the ANNUAL 3MALL &ARMERS !Ppreciation luncheon and will receive a plaque, a special monogrammed jacket and $1,50 0 . T he no min a tor will also be recognized.

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REGISTRATION July 25 at the Burgaw Public Library 9 a.m until Noon COST - $40.00 Late registration (Aug. 3rd) $50.00 (if space is available) For more information CALL 259-4335

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